10 Benefits of Watermelon Juice
When I was at a resort in Cancun, Mexico on vacation, I saw a red beverage at the one restaurant that I was eating at. I asked the waitress what the beverage was, as I wasn’t sure if it was something like a pink lemonade or a fruit punch type of beverage. To my surprise, she said watermelon juice. Maybe I don’t get out much, but that was honestly the first time I ever heard of someone making watermelon juice. I was intrigued since I like eating watermelon, so in my head, I pictured a sweet tasting beverage. Man, was I right! The juice was very light and refreshing and after being out in the sun all day, quite frankly, it hit the spot. One glass turned into more than I can count. I was hooked and made it my daily ritual to drink several glasses every day during my stay.
This got me wondering exactly what the benefits of watermelon juice were and why we really don’t hear much about it in the states. Below are some of the benefits you should expect to experience if you decide to start consuming watermelon juice regularly (whether it be already prepared or if you decide to use a juicer and make it yourself). Also, at the time of this article being published (summer of 2017), now would be the perfect time to pour yourself a healthy and refreshing glass of watermelon juice, head outside, and enjoy the weather.
1. Energy Source
Due to the natural sugars and carbohydrates found in watermelon juice, it makes for a great energy source. It also contains electrolytes to help maintain hydration. If you wished, you could use this as a pre-workout if you didn’t want something that contained stimulants.
2. Helps Maintain Blood Pressure
Due to the electrolytes and natural source of citrulline found in the juice, it can help normalize blood pressure. The citrulline helps with vasodilation and can even be used pre-workout to give you a pump when exercising. The dilation of your blood vessels can help engorge the muscles with blood and nutrients, filling them up and giving you that “pumped up” appearance.
3. Watermelon Juice Aids in Digestion
Watermelon is rich in fiber and has a heavy water content. This allows the body to flush out any toxins and keep the gastrointestinal tract healthy. Digestive health is something I don’t feel many people focus on when they should. Fiber is a great way to do this since it helps the good bacteria in the digestive system.
4. Fight Stress
Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, so any little help we can get to fight stress is an added bonus. Watermelon juice contains vitamin B6 that has been shown to help combat stress, anxiety, and fatigue. So, when you want to relax a little, unwind, and destress, watermelon juice can be your best friend.
5. Heart Health with Watermelon Juice
Watermelon contains an antioxidant called, lycopene, that has the ability to fight free radicals found in the body that can damage not only cells, but tissues and organs. If damage to the organs become too severe, it can lead to life-threatening issues such as a heart attack.
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