6. Anti-Inflammatory effect
Inflammation is a key factor in many chronic diseases.
Watermelon can help reduce inflammation and oxidative damage because it is rich in anti-inflammatory antioxidants such as lycopene and vitamin C.
Lycopene makes watermelon a fruit that fights anti-inflammatory processes in the body, slowing down the anti-inflammatory process and has an antioxidant effect on neutralizing free radicals. In addition, watermelon contains choline, a substance that calms inflammatory reactions.
In a previous study, people received lycopene-rich tomato juice with added vitamin C. Watermelon contains lycopene and vitamin C.
As an antioxidant, lycopene can also benefit from brain health. For example, it can help delay the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
