SECRETS OF WATERMELON RINDS

Watermelon rind is often not talked about when issues of watermelon are discussed. Naturally, the rind acts as a protective covering for the internal fruit as it prevents the sweeter fruit from spoilage. Recent studies have proven that the rind contain extra vitamin C, potassium, fiber caloric and vitamin B6 in small quantities. Though the rind is not as juicy as the fruit itself but can still be consumed for optimal utilization of the fruits. Don’t be hasty. This rind has lots of nutritional and health benefits whether you eat it or use it topically. This often wasted part of this fruit can do lots of good for you, so finding a use for it helps also cut down the amount of garbage you produce in your kitchen.
Research by agricultural research service has discovered the major benefit of watermelon rind. This rind is the natural and richest source of citrulline as reported by Agnes Rimando. Another study carried out on issues of journal chromatography (June, 2005) also proved that citrulline compound in the rind serves a range of medical benefits. Evidence from the journal of science of food and agriculture affirm this often wasted rind is the richest edible natural source of citrulline and it gives an antioxidant effect that protect you from free radical damages. Additionally, citrulline is converted to arginine (the amino acid required for the formation of nitric oxide) which relaxes blood vessels to regulate vascular tone, maintain healthy blood pressure as it contains Viagra, this amino acid (arginine) is also vital to the heart, circulatory system, lymphatic system and immune system. This research affirm that watermelon rind plays an important role in the relaxation of blood vessels and thus plays an active role in treating erectile dysfunction, combating fatigue, cancer, boosting muscle growth and improving wound healing.

Recent medical research by intrigues scientist studying blood circulation problems associated with sickle cell anaemia. Though some people were discovered during the research that are naturally deficient in arginine, thus watermelon rind (raw or extract) can be the possible treatment for angina which is often caused by inadequate supply of blood likewise other heart and blood conditions and using the rind as dietary supplements to address arginine and sickle cell related deficiencies.
In the urea cycle, it combines with other acids to create arginine which boost nitric oxide and relaxes blood vessels and is helpful in treating angina and other cardiovascular problems. Disorder in the urea cycle can lead to a lethal build up of protein such as ammonia in the blood stream and arginine or citrulline are often recommended to address this disorder.
How it functions
Fatigue and muscular soreness
The high level of citrulline found in the rind helps relieves the soreness and regulates vascular tone.
Kidney friendly
The rinds are curatic. It is a rich source of potassium which helps reduce uric acid, salt deposits and prevent kidney stone.
Erectile dysfunction
Watermelon rind contains high concentration of a phyto-substance known as citrulline. Nutritionist Patil Brumu, director of Texas A and M fruit and vegetable improvement centre found the rind to have several benefits which includes the ability to relax blood vessels, much like drugs for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. When watermelon rind is ingested, the citrulline boost nitric oxide level which relaxes blood vessel to increase blood flow throughout the body, while the cause of erectile dysfunction can involve issues related to improper blood circulation in mild cases.
Control blood pressure
The nitric oxide formed from the rind plays a vital role in relaxing blood vessels to regulate vascular tone and maintain healthy blood pressure as it helps in proper circulation of blood.
Note that, it is advisable to reduce the anti-hypertensive drug intake for patient when the watermelon rind is used.
Heart friendly
Citrulline compound found in watermelon rind is converted to arginine and amino acid vital to the heart.
Anti-cancer
The rind is rich in antioxidants and its sweet fruit contains compounds that play an active role in fighting cancers (colon, lungs, endometrial and breast cancers) and it protects the body from free radical damage and maintains the elasticity of blood vessels.