A seedy aphrodisiac
If you’re looking for fireworks in your backyard and your bedroom this Fourth of July, perhaps you should eat an extra slice (or ten) of watermelon. According to a new study, the phyto-nutrients found in watermelon include lycopene, beta carotene — and the “lovely†citrulline, proven to have a calming, Viagra-esque effect on blood vessels. Inconveniently, citrulline is most prevalent in the rind, so be careful not to hurt your teeth.
“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, a scientist involved with the study. Did he just say “grows longer?â€