Fruit: The New Viagra?
Most of you know I read Fox News (I know I know) but little did I know that TODAY we'd have a little gem from our world pop up on the craziest little news house.
"Watermelon, the New Oyster? Fruit Said to Have 'Viagra-Like' Effects on Blood Vessels
Forget the oysters. Texas A&M scientists say watermelon contains ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body's blood vessels and may even increase the libido.
Researchers from Texas A&M have long-studied the fruit and found that it contains natural "enhancers" to the human body.
"We've always known that watermelon is good for you, but the list of its very important healthful benefits grows longer with each study," said Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M's Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center, in a news release from the university.
VIDEO: Click here to find out what's killing Florida's watermelon crop.
Watermelon and some other fruits and vegetables contain phyto-nutrients, including lycopene, beta carotene and citrulline, which are compounds that produce healthy reactions in the body, Patil said.
Specifically, scientists believe it's the citrulline that has the ability to relax blood vessels, much like Viagra does.
When watermelon is consumed, citrulline is converted into the amino acid arginine, which works “wonders on the heart and circulation system, and maintains a good immune system,” Patil said.
"Watermelon may not be as organ specific as Viagra," he said, "but it's a great way to relax blood vessels without any drug side-effects."
The highest concentrations of citrulline are found in the rind of the watermelon. Because the rind is not commonly eaten, Texas A&M researchers Steve King and Hae Jeen Bang are working to produce watermelon hybrids that would bring higher concentrations of citrulline to the flesh of the fruit"
Eh, maybe GMO's are a good thing for once??? *snicker*
link to article:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,374267,00.html
"Watermelon, the New Oyster? Fruit Said to Have 'Viagra-Like' Effects on Blood Vessels
Forget the oysters. Texas A&M scientists say watermelon contains ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body's blood vessels and may even increase the libido.
Researchers from Texas A&M have long-studied the fruit and found that it contains natural "enhancers" to the human body.
"We've always known that watermelon is good for you, but the list of its very important healthful benefits grows longer with each study," said Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M's Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center, in a news release from the university.
VIDEO: Click here to find out what's killing Florida's watermelon crop.
Watermelon and some other fruits and vegetables contain phyto-nutrients, including lycopene, beta carotene and citrulline, which are compounds that produce healthy reactions in the body, Patil said.
Specifically, scientists believe it's the citrulline that has the ability to relax blood vessels, much like Viagra does.
When watermelon is consumed, citrulline is converted into the amino acid arginine, which works “wonders on the heart and circulation system, and maintains a good immune system,” Patil said.
"Watermelon may not be as organ specific as Viagra," he said, "but it's a great way to relax blood vessels without any drug side-effects."
The highest concentrations of citrulline are found in the rind of the watermelon. Because the rind is not commonly eaten, Texas A&M researchers Steve King and Hae Jeen Bang are working to produce watermelon hybrids that would bring higher concentrations of citrulline to the flesh of the fruit"
Eh, maybe GMO's are a good thing for once??? *snicker*
link to article:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,374267,00.html
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Permalink Reply by Clement on -
Ok I'm all-over these watermelons. I'll report in within 72 hours with a full, detailed debrief. Over & out.
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Permalink Reply by Sarah on -
Dude, I'd happily gobble a watermelon but all the ones around here are pink and seedless. It's gross and has the very opposite affect of viagra on me. (Well, if I had a dipstick.)
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Permalink Reply by Clement on
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I'd answer that question but I'd rather just shut up.
(runs and sits in the corner wearing a party hat with a huge "D" on it)
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Permalink Reply by Charles on -
I've seen Anthony (raw model) eat an entire watermelon, rind included. I thought it was most the hardcore thing ever. Next time I see him, I'll ask if he had a party south of the border.
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Permalink Reply by Katy on -
Yeah he suggests that when you juice one, cut it in half, scoop out part of the middle (lots of sugar) and cut in slices and juice with the rind and some pink. Haven't tried it yet...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaMXS12nVVU
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Permalink Reply by May Mae on
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"I ate a whole watermelon, rind seeds and all, for a meal, I nearly peed my brains out after,"
Rawzi why is that the funniest freakin thing I've read all day? :)
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