July and August are the months under the sign of watermelons. People love them because they are refreshing and delicious. Those who cannot stop at the first or second piece, however, sometimes ask one - are watermelons fattening? The answer is: mostly, no.
The term superfood is reserved for that type of food that has a great positive impact on health. This type of food also includes watermelon. It is low in calories, fibrous, full of vitamins and very tasty.
However, you should take care and take care of your body when it comes to watermelons, because there are some rules that you may not have known about until now. The primary advice is not to overdo anything. Watermelon, for example, should not be eaten in the evening, especially not at night or before going to bed. If you eat watermelon at night, prepare for very bad digestion that will keep you awake almost the whole night, and you will see the consequences of bad digestion the next day. Watermelon will make you run to the toilet at night because it has a diuretic effect. If you overdo it, your body will let you know very quickly, so don't be surprised by unpleasant cramps, bloating and diarrhea. You definitely want to avoid that.
On the other hand, during the day it is ideal for hot weather for many reasons. Melon and watermelon, like cucumbers, are actually vegetables that quench thirst perfectly and provide refreshment in summer. As far as weight gain is concerned, you may be reassured by the fact that watermelon is 90 percent water. Four cups of watermelon contain only 184 calories.
They are a source of various vitamins and minerals. Watermelon is colored by lycopene, a carotenoid with a strong effect in the fight against free radicals. Carotenoids from watermelon are also important for skin health, preparation for sunbathing and protection from UV rays.
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