Is Watermelon Good For Ulcer

One of the home remedies promoted for the management of ulcers is watermelon. Some of these claims don't have a basis. It is just from the belief that the fruit is rich in certain aspects.

Watermelon

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a deliciously healthy fruit, soaked with nutrients, low in calories and is free of fat. You can eat all parts of the watermelon including the rind and seeds. It’s sweet and juicy, making it the perfect treat to quench your thirst during the summer heat.

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A watermelon is approximately 92% water. Each juicy bite has significant levels of vitamin A, vitamin B6 and vitamin C, lots of lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids. Watermelon even contains a modest amount of potassium.

Ulcer is a sore in the lining of the stomach. It can be either stomach ulcer or duodenal ulcer. It is caused by indiscriminate use of painkillers like ibuprofen or the proliferation of helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) bacteria in the stomach.

Watermelon Effect On Ulcer

Watermelon is a cold fruit. It is called cold fruit because it has high water content. Eating them not only has a cooling effect, but also helps in removing the toxins from the body.

Ingestion of ice water hastens relief of ulcer pain by reducing acid secretion and gastric motility. This same effect is experienced from eating watermelon.

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If you think the edible fruit is the only part with ulcer healing properties, think again. Research has shown that the rind and seed have ulcer healing properties.

The extract from the seed when compared to standard treatment for ulcer showed superior quality. The same was also said about the rind when eaten. Since the rind tastes terrible, users usually mix it with other edible and sweetened food.

From the following all the parts of watermelon have the ability to treat ulcers. For this reason, ulcer patients should do well to add it to their diet.