The citruline in watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is responsible for its Viagra-like effects, because the citruline is converted in the body to is changed into arginine, an amino acid that benefits the heart and the circulatory and immune systems. Your blood vessels will subsequently be relaxed by as the arginine boosts your nitric oxide levels. Increased nitric oxide levels will also help with angina, high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems. The highest concentrations of citruline are found in the rind
"The more we study watermelons, the more we realize just how amazing a fruit it is in providing natural enhancers to the human body", said Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M’s Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center in College Station(Feb 2009) “We’ve always known that watermelon is good for you, but the list of its very important healthful benefits grows longer with each study."
Source:agnews.tamu.edu Publication date: 7/1/2008
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