What are the benefits of eating watermelon?

Question

Hello doctor,

Watermelon is my favorite fruit of all time. What are the benefits of having watermelon? Can all age groups eat this fruit? Can pregnant women consume this? What are the contraindications for eating this fruit? Kindly suggest.

Answer 1

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Researchers found that those in the watermelon group experienced decreased hunger, less food intake, and a lowered desire to eat. Watermelon consumption also significantly reduced body weight, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and waist-to-hip ratio. Watermelon is a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant that has been shown to help reduce belly fat. It is also a good source of water, which can help you feel full and satisfied after eating. Because 90 percent of a watermelon's weight is water, it is one of the best fruits to eat if you are trying to lose weight. A 3.5-ounce serving contains only 30 calories. It is also a great source of an amino acid called arginine, which has been shown to help burn fat quickly. Generally, eating watermelon during pregnancy is considered quite safe. However, since the fruit is relatively rich in carbohydrates and low in fiber, it can result in blood sugar spikes. Thus, if you have diabetes or develop high blood sugar during pregnancy, you must not eat watermelon in large quantities.

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