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Today I am sharing with you all a delicious thirst quencher yummy tangy watermelon juice recipe.Summer is the time to indulge in fresh, succulent juicy melon when they are in season and deliver an array of nutrients, vitamin and minerals. It is also incredibly hydrating (up to 92% water!) and is naturally low-fat.Watermelon is very good for your cardiovascular heath and help to boost your immune system.



 The lycopene in watermelon is especially important for our cardiovascular health and is now being recognized as an important factor in promoting bone health. Consuming large amounts of watermelon has also been correlated with improved cardiovascular function because it improves blood flow via vasodilation (relaxation of blood pressure). Dietary lycopene (from foods like watermelon or tomatoes) reduces oxidative stress which normally reduces the activity of osteoblasts and osteoclasts (the two major bone cells involved in the pathogenesis of osteoporosis) – this means stronger bones for those consuming lycopene-rich foods. Watermelon is also rich in potassium which helps to retain calcium in your body, resulting in stronger bones and joints.The citrulline in watermelon has been shown to reduce the accumulation of fat in our fat cells.Watermelon is rich in phenolic compounds like flavonoids, carotenoids, and triterpenoids. The carotenoid lycopene in watermelon is particularly beneficial in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals. The tripterpenoid cucurbitacin E is also present in watermelon, which provides anti-inflammatory support by blocking activity of cyclo-oxygenase enzymes which normally lead to increased inflammatory support. Make sure you pick ripe watermelons, because they contain higher amounts of these beneficial phenolic compounds.
Watermelon is a wonderful source of beta-carotene (that rich red hue of watermelon = beta carotene) which is converted in the body to vitamin A. It helps produce the pigments in the retina of the eye and protects against age-related mascular degeneration as well as prevents night blindness. Vitamin A also maintains healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue, and mucus membranes.
To make this healthy fruit more yummy here is today's delicious summer cooler yummy tangy watermelon juice. I am sure you all will like it.


Tangy Watermelon Juice

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Guava fruit is rich in vitamin A, B and C and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, iron and pectin. The Vitamin C contains of guava function as a good antioxidant. High fiber content in guava is good for improving digestion. It can be taken directly but most nutrient content can be obtained if created as fruit juice or guava juice. Guava juice facilitates digestion and the pectin in this fruit help to lower cholesterol. Guava juice also helps to reduce the heartburn and relieve constipation and thirst. Drinking guava juice everyday routine at night makes the body fresh and healthy. In this guava punch I add few more fruit juices to make it more delicious and healthy. I am sure you will love this yummy Guava punch.


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I told you in my earlier post that I am on a detox diet. Few friends of mine ask me to share few recipes which help me to detox so from today  I will share few delicious juices and some recipes which are very useful if you are on detox diet. If you follow a strict  diet 2 to 3 days in a month, it is great to flush out all the toxins in your body. To start the detox diet start with fresh fruit juices but make sure to consult your dietician before going for such diet. Fresh fruit juices have many benefits and among this pomegranate juice is a very popular because it contain very high level of antioxidant than any other fruit juices and green tea.It helps to reduce the risk of heart disease. Antioxidants protect the heart by reducing low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as LDL or the "bad" cholesterol. Pomegranate juice also helps to improve sexual performance and fertility. But it is not good for the one who are suffering from blood sugar level as it contains highly concentrated sugar content. Pomegranate juice also help in weight loss but when you choose make sure the juice contain no added sugar or it will increase the calorie and  not help in weight loss. I try to make  very simple yet tasty pomegranate juice which I am sure you will love to taste.

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