Medicinal effects and functions of watermelon

Watermelon is not only edible but also can be used to make medicinal materials. It can be seen that the function of watermelon is very powerful. So what are the medicinal effects of watermelon?

1. Treat cardiovascular disease

The sugar, protein and trace salt contained in watermelon juice can lower blood lipids, soften blood vessels, and are effective in treating cardiovascular diseases.

2. Improve the nutrition of kidney patients

The protease contained in watermelon juice can convert insoluble protein into soluble protein, thereby increasing the nutrition of nephritis patients. Therefore, watermelon is a good medicine for kidney patients.

3. Enhance male function

The amino acid and citrulline contained in watermelon can make the human body produce nitrogen oxides, which are very important substances for male sexual ability.

However, some people are not suitable for eating watermelon. For example, people with weak spleen and stomach may suffer from stomachache, bloating and diarrhea if they eat too much watermelon. People with diabetes will increase their blood sugar and urine sugar if they eat too much watermelon. People with the initial stage of a cold, whether it is a wind-cold cold or a wind-heat cold, should not eat too much watermelon, otherwise its effect of clearing away heat and irritability may lead to the invasion of evil into the body, aggravating the cold and prolonging the treatment time.