did you know that eating this with watermelon can actually harm your health while watermelon is one of the best hydrators during summer there are foods that pair well with it and others that don't to fully benefit from watermelon it's crucial to eat it properly eating watermelon with the wrong foods can lead to serious health issues that's why I've prepared this important information for you to help you prevent serious health issues and boost your immune system I'll share three foods that do not pair well with watermelon and three that do the hot summer has finally arrived
summer brings many delicious fruits but isn't there one fruit that stands out when you think of Summer that's right today's star is the ultimate summer hydrator watermelon aptly named because the majority of it is water when you bite into its bright red flesh the sweet juice runs down your chin instantly making the summer heat disappear when the sun is blazing and you're sweating a lot feeling tired both physically and mentally eating sweet and cool watermelon quickly restores your energy with its natural sugars and hydrates you with its 90% water content quenching thirst and relieving fatigue
but did you know that the remaining 10% of water melon aside from its 90% water content is packed with Incredible health benefits it helps prevent high blood pressure diabetes chronic diseases and even serious health issues while also turning back the clock on Aging to keep you youthful depending on what you eat with watermelon you can maximize these benefits with the right combinations especially if you're eating it for health benefits there are some foods you should avoid pairing with watermelon along with some precautions to keep in mind so now let's delve into the secrets of the
remaining 10% of watermelon explore three foods that pair best with it three foods that don't in the ultimate recipe first let's talk about the worst foods to pair with watermelon yogurt and cheese aren't you surprised recently watermelon salads with diced cheese have become hugely popular the combination of salty Savory cheese or yogurt with cool watermelon May taste good but it's not really a healthy choice during the hot summer we sweat a lot and often feel physically and mentally exhausted right so we tend to drink a lot of cold ice filled Beverages and electrolyte drinks but
the best remedy is to have a piece of water watermelon this is because the moisture in watermelon is quite special watermelon contains 90% water which AIDS in diuresis and blood circulation and it's packed with vitamins it's rich in vitamin A which brightens tired eyes vitamin B which recharges your energy and vitamin C which helps recover from fatigue watermelon is perfect for replenishing the vitamins and minerals your body needs during the hot summer moreover watermelon has a high absorption rate allowing vitamins to be quickly absorbed into your body helping you recover energy swiftly but here's the
key point if you eat watermelon with yogurt and cheese which are rich in fat the opposite effect happens the moisture and watermelon travels through your blood vessels filling your body with vitamins and quickly expelling waste and toxins on the other hand the protein and fat and cheese and dairy products are digested slowly and take a long time to ferment causing a significant difference in digestion speed cheese milk and yogurt digests slowly while watermelon digests quickly causing bloating and indigestion so what should you eat with watermelon first the best food to pair with watermelon is tomatoes
although watermelon and tomato might seem like an unusual combination they create a miraculous anti- illness diet so please pay attention while 90% of watermelon is water the secret to its health benefits lies in the remaining 10% the first secret of watermelon starts with its bright red flesh watermelon red color comes from a component called lopine wait a minute haven't you heard of lopine before that's right the reason the superfood tomato is known for its anti- illness properties is precisely because of its red color lopine amazingly watermelon contains 30% more of this powerful antioxidant lopine than
tomatoes the lopine in watermelon eliminates harmful reactive oxygen species and blood CL spots prevents cells from aging and oxidizing and stops them from mutating into abnormal Health harming cells so what happens if we eat watermelon and tomatoes together both rich in lycopene preventing illnesses is just the beginning they can even help treat harmful cells the organic acids and tomatoes and the potassium and watermelon work together to activate cells clean blood vessels and remove inflammation in fact the anti-illuminati or blend them into a detox juice but here's a tip for our subscribers lopine and watermelon and
tomatoes is fat soluble so it's beneficial to eat them with oil you can lightly Grill watermelon and tomatoes with a bit of oil drizzle olive oil over your salad or eat them with a handful of nuts to more than double the absorption of these anti- illness components second the worst food to pair with water on is greasy foods like fried food wait a minute didn't I just say that eating watermelon with oil is good but now I'm saying you shouldn't eat it with oily Foods isn't that a bit confusing many people enjoy a cool slice
of watermelon as a dessert after a summer meal and recently a recipe for fried watermelon crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside has become popular let me clarify as mentioned earlier watermelon lopine is fat soluble meaning it gets absorbed better with a small amount of oil so it's good to have a moderate amount of oil with it however you shouldn't eat it with excessive amounts of oil like in fried food have you ever felt a sudden cool sensation after eating watermelon that's right watermelon the quintessential fruit has a naturally cooling property it helps
drop the heat in our bodies during the hot summer but here's the key Point what happens if you eat it with greasy fried food that's right the oil in your stomach hardens making digestion take a very long time furthermore the most serious issue is that the high water content in watermelon dilutes stomach acid slowing down digestion even more Additionally the excessive oil and trans fats and fried food hinder watermelon blood cleansing properties blocking blood circulation so you must be cautious if you have trouble digesting food in the summer it's actually because you've been eating waterr
fruits like watermelon as a dessert for better digestion it's much better to eat watermelons separately rather than then as a dessert second the best way to consume watermelon is by eating the white rind as well many people eat only the red flesh and discard the white part of the Rind there's a saying the Flesh of watermelon is fruit but the Rind is medicine the secret lies in the citrine component packed in the white rind of the watermelon this component is why watermelon diets anti-swelling effects and watermelon tea are gaining popularity so here's a quiz why
do we experience swelling in our Limbs and body why does our body swell at all it's because toxins are not being expelled properly when our body's organs function they produce waste this waste needs to be expelled promptly however waste doesn't just exit the body immediately it needs to be converted into a safe form Ura with the help of citrine before being expelled through the kidneys watermelon especially is rich in citrine making it a top fruit for treating cystitis reducing swelling and detoxifying the body additionally citrine helps widen arterial blood vessels as the blood vessels expand
blood circulation improves and oxygen supply increases es isn't the detoxifying citrine and watermelon amazing what's even more astonishing is that citrine is found in twice the amount in the white rind than in the red flesh of watermelon so you should make sure to eat the white rind as well as the sweet red flesh recommended recipes include slicing the white part thinly and making pickles or enjoying its crunchy texture by making a sweet and sour salad or side dish similar to seasoned cucumber another tip the white part is rich in vitamins so if you slice it
thinly or blend it into a face mask it can rejuvenate Sun Exposed Skin smooth wrinkles and provide plenty of moisture it's especially effective for soothing skin troubles and inflammation so be sure to remember this lastly the third worst food to eat with with watermelon is bananas watermelon the best summer fruit and bananas the top energy booster surprisingly don't pair well together the reason is potassium you might be wondering isn't potassium a beneficial mineral for health and yes it is potassium is an essential mineral for our body a deficiency can cause fatigue and a sense of
lethargy pottassium Works to energize and invigorate us it helps expel sodium from our body maintaining stable blood pressure therefore it's vital for preventing cardiovascular diseases like hypertension hyperlipidemia heart disease and arteriosclerosis however this beneficial pottassium can cause significant strain for individuals with poor kidney function if the kidneys can't expel pottassium properly it can lead to muscle weakness and even hard arrhythmias the problem is that both watermelon and bananas are extremely high in potassium eating them together can lead to excessive potassium intake increasing the risk of hyper calamia instead of consuming them together eat them separately
to enjoy their individual nutritional benefits lastly the third best way to consume water watermelon is to eat its seeds the miraculous benefits of watermelon and the key point of today are finally revealed does anyone eat the seeds embedded in the red flesh of watermelon in China it's a popular snack that's hard to come by and it's truly the best medicine watermelon seeds are about 30% protein this amount is among the highest of all seeds surpassing pine nuts peanuts and sunflower seeds so what makes up the rest of the watermelon seed it's unsaturated fatty acids specifically
lenic acid this component forms the brain itself making it excellent for boosting brain function and preventing cognitive decline Additionally the linolic acid in watermelon seeds prevents body fat accumulation and completely blocks the formation of visceral fat it even lowers the levels of bad LDL cholesterol in the blood making it great for preventing various adult diseases wait a minute did you notice a slightly bitter taste when you chew on watermelon seeds that's another health benefit from cucurbitacin found in the seeds this compound purifies the blood has sterilizing effects prevents illnesses and even acts as an anthel
itic to eliminate parasites so make sure to eat watermelon seeds here's a tip collect the watermelon seeds wash them well and dry them then lightly roast them in a dry pan they'll become Savory and you can enjoy them like nuts so far we've learned about the three worst and three best foods to pair with watermelon shall we summarize it all one last time first instead of eating watermelon with dairy fats like yogurt and cheese pair it with tomatoes to reap the maraculous anti- illness effects avoid eating it with greasy foods like fries and make sure
to consume the white rind of the watermelon instead of eating it with bananas be sure to include watermelon seeds in your diet enjoy the best summer fruit watermelon with foods that complement it well to protect your health thank you so much for spending time with me if you found today's video helpful Please Subscribe and like also share widely with your precious family and friends I will always pray for your health and happiness this has been your Dr John thank you