Stig Östlund

lördag, juli 02, 2016

Watermelon is rich in nutrients – including vitamins A and C, B vitamins and potassium — but where it really packs a punch is with lycopene (Swedish: 'lykopen'), the antioxidant pigment that gives the fruit its deep red color. Some studies suggest that lycopene may have cardiovascular benefits, including a reduced risk of stroke, and eating watermelon may slightly lower blood pressure. Researchers have also looked at lycopene's possible role in protecting against various cancers, though evicence is scant.



Apropå 'cardiovascular'. Kardiovaskulära sjukdomar = hjärt- och kärlsjukdomar

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