Hey there viewers summer's right around the corner .
That means you're probably going to be eating a lot of unhealthy foods to counteract that you should mix in some healthy stuff once in a while .
How often do you eat watermelon ?
Not only is it one of the most popular summer snacks ?
It's also really healthy .
Let's talk about what happens to your body when you eat watermelon every day .
Does it keep you hydrated ?
Can it save you from heart disease ?
Does it allow you to see better ?
Wait , can watermelon really reduce your risk of cancer ?
We're talking about all that and more .
Number one , it reduces your risk of cancer .
You heard me , the more watermelon you eat the less risk you have of developing cancer .
There's one particular nutrient you have to thank for this .
Let's talk about Lycopen for a second .
Opine is the nutrient in watermelon that gives it the red pigment .
It's famous for .
It's not just there to make it look pretty , it has a ton of great health benefits .
It's the same thing with tomatoes and grapefruit .
Not only does watermelon carry Lycopen studies show , it has about 40% more than raw tomatoes .
So , what magic does Lycopen perform ?
Well .
It ain't exactly magic folks .
It's science and that science says Lycopen cleans your body cells from any damage done to them .
This helps prevent certain types of cancer .
Research has shown a link between lycopene consumption and cancer reduction , particularly breast lung and prostate .
So the next time you're near a picnic table and somebody has watermelon , don't pass on the offer .
Just make sure somebody hasn't put alcohol into it unless you're into that sort of thing .
What's your favorite Lycope food ?
Are you a watermelon person ?
Maybe tomato ?
Can you handle the sour taste of grapefruit ?
Sound off in the comment section and start a conversation with our bestie community .
Number two .
Watermelon keeps you hydrated .
It doesn't matter what the weather's like .
Summer always has a couple scorching , hot days , being outside in the heat is going to exhaust you .
That's why it's important to stay hydrated .
Good news .
Watermelon can meet your needs .
Watermelon has one of the highest levels of water content of any food on the planet .
It's made up of over 90% water and no , I'm not gonna hit you with the , why do you think they call it watermelon cliche or do you think I'm some kind of amateur over here ?
Nevertheless , many us adults suffer from chronic dehydration .
This is when you're not getting your proper water intake each day .
Dehydration is a miserable state of affairs .
It causes you to be tired and irritable .
Your body also won't function properly .
If you're one of these people , you need to be getting more water .
It's not as fun to be guzzling from a glass or bottle .
You wanna switch it up and make it fun .
Enter watermelon .
It tastes delicious and quench your thirst .
Say goodbye to all that fatigue on top of that , the mix of water and fiber and watermelon will keep your belly full .
Number three , it reduces your risk of heart disease .
Not only can this fruit prevent cancer , it can also save you from cardiovascular disease .
This is once again thanks to the wonders of Lycope .
It boosts your heart health studies have shown that consuming Lycopen on the regular can lower your blood pressure .
This allows your heart to pump blood easier and save it from working too hard .
Aside from Lycopen watermelon also has something called LC .
This is an amino acid that maintains your blood flow while you're working out as a result .
Your heart remains healthy minerals like magnesium also contribute to the increase in cardiovascular health .
This is just one of the many benefits to eating watermelon each day .
Number four , you recover from workouts .
Have you started your workout routine yet ?
Well , you better get on that warm weather will be here before you know it .
If you've been going hard at the gym , you need food that helps you recover .
Watermelon is one of the best after a hard workout .
You're usually left hurting , pumping iron is no joke .
Studies have shown that athletes who drink watermelon juice generally report less soreness after a workout .
Their heart rate is also slower .
This again is due to the power of LC Tralene .
It helps your muscles recover quicker than usual .
This way , it won't get in the way of your next workout .
Now , it may seem like it's all positive when eating watermelon .
In reality , there are negatives .
Let's get into that .
But before we continue , are you looking to get in shape for summer ?
Check out our recent video discussing 14 natural ways to boost your testosterone level .
Now , back to our video on what happens to your body when you eat watermelon every day .
Number five , you experience digestive problems .
Yep , it's one of the downsides to eating a lot of watermelon while you may think that watermelon seeds are the main culprit .
That's actually not the case .
I mean , yes , they are super annoying , but there's something else you need to take into account something .
I was raving about a second ago .
It's all the water drinking too much water generally leaves you feeling gross .
I'm talking about severe bloating and annoying pain .
It sometimes makes it hard to stand up straight .
The excess fluid in your digestive tract causes your abs to ache .
You might also suffer from a bit of diarrhea and this is just one scenario if you have irritable bowel syndrome .
It can be a whole different bag of issues .
Let's talk about fod maps for a second .
These are ferment carbs that are hard for people with I BS to ingest .
In this case , I would avoid watermelon altogether if your stomach is sensitive , a daily diet of watermelon won't serve you .
Well , let's get back to the positives .
Number six , watermelon can help you lose weight if you're going for that summer body watermelon is your friend .
All of that cardio and resistance training just won't do if you're not eating the proper foods to go with it .
Watermelon can help you feel full , suppressing your appetite and stopping you from eating too much .
Check this out watermelon is super low on calories .
A single cup of diced watermelon holds just under 50 in those calories .
You have 12 g of carbohydrates .
This is where you get your fiber .
This means you can eat watermelon several times a day and not feel stuffed .
That is if your digestive system isn't too sensitive .
The next time you're at the grocery store gathering your usual haul of health food .
Make sure watermelons in your grocery cart .
Number seven , you get so many nutrients we've talked about Lyco and LC .
These things are great , but there's still so many other nutrients in watermelon to love .
Watermelon is a gold mine for vitamins and minerals .
For one , you have a ton of vitamin C which helps repair your body's damaged tissues , immune system and wounds .
It also helps maintain your cartilage , teeth and bones .
Just a single cup of watermelon holds 21% of your daily vitamin C intake .
In that same cup .
You also have vitamin A , which along with serving the immune system , strengthens your kidneys , heart and lungs .
A cup of diced watermelon will give you close to 20% of vitamin A as well .
On the mineral front , you'll also get a pretty decent serving of potassium and magnesium .
Just another valid reason to start eating watermelon each day .
Number eight , it will help your eyes to put it simply watermelon helps you see better .
Trust me .
If your eyes aren't affecting you right now , they will one day .
Let's talk about macular degeneration for a second .
It already sounds like a drag .
Well , it is macular degeneration is an eye disease that happens as you get older .
It gradually grows worse over time .
It happens when the central portion of your retina wears out .
This central portion is known as the macula .
This leads to blindness .
Luckily you have watermelon on your side .
Remember Lycopen from a few minutes ago .
Well , it helps to prevent inflammation and oxidative damage .
It's this red colored nutrient that prevents macular degeneration from happening .
At the very least , it will slow it down .
This really comes in handy for adults over 60 .
If you feel your eyes getting worse , try your best to cut up some watermelon a snack each day .
Will definitely do you .
Some good watermelons are great for you , but so are a bunch of other fruits and veggies .
There are also foods that aren't so good to have every day .
Have I sparked your interest ?
Let's keep the conversation going with a couple more videos .
Shall we check out what eating cucumber every day does to your body or how about what eating chicken wings every day will do .
Go ahead , pick one or better yet .
Watch both and learn more about which foods to have .
Do you eat a lot of watermelon ?
Let us know in the comments below .