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Watermelon and it’s immense health benefits

Watermelons are a plant of the cucurbitaceae family.They mostly consist of water and are sweet,refreshing and low calorie fruit.

They contain many amazing health benefits such as

*They keep the body hydrated due to the large content of water in them.

*Contains important nutrients like Vitamin C and lycopene which are powerful antioxidants in the body.

*Can help in fighting cancer by its effect of reducing insulin growth factor that is involved in cell division,high levels of IGF are linked to cancer.

*Can help improve heart health due to the presence of citruline in them which dilates blood vessels and hence good blood flow.

*They can help lower inflammation and oxidative stress in the body due to the presence of Vitamin C and lycopene which are powerful antioxidants.

*They are good for skin health and hair due to the presence of vitamins A and C.

*They can help improve digestion due to the high content of fiber in them.

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