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Amazing Secrets about Watermelon

July 15, 2019 by Dr. Dixie Short 2 Comments

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The Best Kept Secret

We all know it is important to eat our fruits and vegetables. But are some better than others? The reality is that every fruit and vegetable serves a different purpose. Some fruits and vegetables are ideal candidates for different treatments over others. So, what is watermelon good for? We all know it tastes like it should be bad for us. There was even a time period in which people stopped eating it as much based on it’s sugar content. It was that age old saying “something that tastes this good must be bad for you”. Well I am here to tell you that you don’t need to feel guilty about giving your kids this delicious treat and why you should keep some for your plate too.

Friend or Foe?

Over the years people’s stance on watermelon has been a constant back and forth. Is it good, is it bad. Enough is enough! Watermelon is and has always been our friend. Watermelon has an extremely high water content of about 92% making it one of the best ways to eat our water. For those of us unaware a great way to insure we stay hydrated is by consuming foods high in water content and watermelon is leading the pack on water content. Not only does it contain high amounts of water it also contains potassium and magnesium which are essential for rebalancing our electrolytes. Here’s the thing when the temperature goes up our bodies sweat to naturally cool us off. Sweat, however, is not composed of just water. Meaning we need more than just water put back into our systems. Potassium even helps prevent dehydration and cramping that can occur from depletion after excessive sweating.

Watermelon has Our Back

Watermelon does more than just keep us hydrated. It is high in lycopene which promotes good bone and heart health, while also acting as a powerful antioxidant. Watermelon is high in beta-carotene which aids in eye and skin health. It is high in phenolic which has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. Watermelon contains high levels of Vitamin A, which promotes eye health, strengthens immune system, aids in growth and development, improving reproductive health, and increases production of red blood cells, skin, and bone formation. It has high amounts of Vitamin C that make it a great addition to improve our immune systems and slow down the effects of aging. Watermelon contains high amounts of Vitamin B6 and B1, which increase energy levels, promote normal nerve function, help us breakdown proteins, reduce memory loss and confusion by replenishing our thiamin levels. Thiamin is reduced when drinking alcohol which leads to hangovers making watermelon the best option to treat and prevent hangovers this summer! It also contains citrulline acid which converts to arginine. Arginine is needed to promote blood flow, improve heart health, and aid in erectile dysfunction.

Need it Now?

Adding watermelon into our daily nutrition is extremely easy due to the fact that it tastes amazing. There are tons of great recipes out there that use watermelon. Here is one of my summer favorites.

Watermelon Peach Smoothie for 2

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Dr. Dixie Short
February 26, 2020
by Dr. Dixie Short
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Watermelon Peach Smoothie for 2

Ingredients

  • Gluten Free Vegan
  • -1 Ripe Peach Cut and Frozen
  • -3 C Watermelon Cubed and Frozen
  • -1 Coconut Bia Water
  • -6 Mint Leaves
  • -1 tsp Lime Juice

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients into blender. Mix until desired texture has been reached.
  2. For added convenience put all fruit in freezer friendly bag and for future use.
  3. If you are looking to create an alcohol version I would suggest vanilla flavored vodka! Enjoy safely and have an amazing summer.
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Filed Under: Healthy Eating, Recipes, Smoothies

About Dr. Dixie Short

Dr. Dixie Short (aka Dr. Dee) is a DNM, with a PhD in Natural Medicine. She is dedicated to helping people establish healthy habits to create a natural healthy, joyful way of living. She believes that by focusing on nutrition we can rebuild our bodies from within. Dr. Dee first got started in natural medicine when traditional medicine failed not only her but her loved ones as well. She was tired of feeling helpless in dealing with her health and watching her loved ones struggle with their own.

Prior to going into natural medicine she was in school to be an MD. It was during her year and a half struggle that she was first introduced to a more holistic approach. Within weeks she was feeling relief. It occurred to her that she could apply the same simple techniques and approach to others who had fallen through the cracks with traditional medicine. It is Dr. Dee's mission to make healthy, joyful living obtainable for everyone.

Dr. Dee specializes in entrepreneurs with fast past lives that are looking to improve their health naturally and increase their productivity through out there day. She is most excited about creating programs that establish natural and easy lifestyle habits that are guaranteed to help clients achieve their health goals. If you are ready to build the life you have been dreaming of contact Dr. Dee and get ready to see the difference. Visit her website here.

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  1. Scott says

    September 17, 2019 at 10:36 am

    I can have all the watermelon I want? What a great prescription to get from a doctor! We’re definitely going to make the smoothie, well 2 kinds of smoothies, one for us adults, and one for the kids. Thanks, Dr. Dee, this is on the list for the backyard party next weekend..

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    • Dr. Dee says

      September 17, 2019 at 12:42 pm

      You are totally welcome. You should try it grilled it takes on another flavor profile altogether and produces a meat like texture that is ideal for meatless Mondays! Hope you enjoy.

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