Summer in Poland can be hot, but during this period you can find a lot of tasty and healthy fruits in stores that will help in hydration and more. It is worth including watermelon in the summer diet. Interestingly, Although this plant from the pumpkin species comes from Africa, its cultivation in Poland is possible. This is not an easy task, but by providing him with good conditions and breeding in a greenhouse, you can enjoy fresh watermelons from your own garden.
Watermelons have sweet, usually red-pink flesh and black seeds (they are also edible and contain a lot of vitamins and minerals), it is one of the most irrigating fruits. In addition, it is small, In a kilogram we will find 304 kcal. It consists of approx. 93 percent from water, thanks to which it irrigates the body. However, these are not all its advantages, in this fruit we will also find a lot of vitamins and minerals that affect the body.
Watermelons contain B vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin E. We also find magnesium, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Thanks to the content of lycopene, they have anti -inflammatory effects, so they can use the eye, which is important not only for the elderly. The citrum contained in it has a good effect on the cardiovascular system. In addition, they can help in lowering pressure and regulation of blood cholesterol levels, which has a direct impact on the functioning of the heart.
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These fruits can be a snack in themselves – chopped into squares or stripes, they will be an irrigating meal, good for hot daysbut they can also be placed in a fruit salad. Watermelons match other fruits – you can add bananas, blueberries, strawberries and other seasonal products that can be found in a store or on the plot.
If you prefer fruit cocktails, you can mix watermelons with the addition of mint and other favorite fruits, e.g. apple and strawberries. You can also make ice cream – mixed, combined with a little water and lemons will be a tasty, healthy and cooling snack on hot days.
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