top of page
Watermelon Andalusia
    • PRODUCT DESCRIPTION :

    The watermelon is a large fruit of a more or less spherical shape. ... It has an oval or spherical shape and a dark green and smooth rind, sometimes showing irregular areas of a pale green colour. It has a sweet, juicy, refreshing flesh of yellowish or reddish colour, containing multiple black, brown or white pips.

     

    "Watermelon is to know “what the angels eat,” Mark Twain proclaimed.

     

    The seeds may be red, white, black, pink, spotted or brown. Their thick, hard rinds range from pale to dark green and may be solid in color or striped. Large and round or oblong, the juicy flesh also varies from pink to deep red, affecting a Watermelon's sweetness. Often the deeper colored the flesh, the sweeter the taste. Watermelon's flesh contains about 6% sugar and it is comprised primarily of water.

     

    • CULTIVATION IN SPAIN ANDALUSIA :

    Cultivated in fertile Andalucian lands, sun-drenched and surrounded by water, there is no better place in Europe to grow watermelons and provide all the nutrients and health benefits. Especially keep cool to keep you the best sweet taste in your palate of flavors and mouth.

     

    • HISTORICAL ORIGIN :

    The first watermelons appeared in South Africa some 5,000 years ago, and we still can find many wild variants there, from sweet, too bland and bitter. They spread from there and by the 2000th year BC they were cultivated and became an everyday food in ancient Egypt. One of the earliest proofs of that are the hieroglyphs on the buildings from that time that tell stories about the harvesting of watermelons.

     

    From Africa, watermelon crossed to Europe (Moors brought it in the 10th century) where it grew successfully in the warmer parts of Mediterranean. By the 7th century, it reached India and from there China which saw its first watermelons in the 10th century.

    Watermelons were brought to Americas by European,Later, in the 17th century, they were grown in Massachusetts, Peru, Brazil, Panama and many British and Dutch colonies. Captain James Cook and other explorers introduced watermelons to Hawaii and other Pacific islands.

     

    • HEALTH BENEFITS :

    Watermelons are mostly water — about 92 percent — but this refreshing fruit is soaked with nutrients. Each juicy bite has significant levels of vitamins A, B6 and C, lots of lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids. There's even a modest amount of potassium. Plus, this quintessential summer snack is fat-free, very low in sodium and has only 40 calories per cup. 

     

    • Helps You Hydrate. ...
    • Contains Nutrients and Beneficial Plant Compounds. ...
    • Contains Compounds That May Help Prevent Cancer. ...
    • May Improve Heart Health. ...
    • May Lower Inflammation and Oxidative Stress. ...
    • May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration. ...
    • May Help Relieve Muscle Soreness.

     

    It's low in sugar and high in nutrients.

    is also high in vitamin C, A, B1, B5, B6, and beta carotene, lycopene, potassium, and magnesium. (Plus, watermelon seeds are surprisingly healthy for you too, and are rich in vitamin E and phytonutrients.)

    It might help fight disease.

    What's more, watermelon also contains the amino acid citrulline, which potentially increases nitric oxide levels, which in turn dilates your blood vessels. The result: lower blood pressure.

    It's super hydrating.

    In huge doses, it could help you be a faster athlete.

    It could actually help you recover from a workout quicker.

     

    Watermelon is rich in vitamins A, C, B6, B1 as well as potassium. It also contains lycopene which gives certain produce its red hue and more importantly is being looked at for its potential ability to prevent certain types of cancer.

     

    Watermelon contains an amino acid known as L-citrulline which studies have shown can be beneficial in improving circulation by relaxing blood vessels which can aid in preventing post work out muscle fatigue if consumed prior to physical activity.

     

    Keeps Your Heart Healthy

    According to research, having a slice of watermelon every day can halt the accumulation of bad cholesterol, thereby preventing heart disease.

    These heart-healthy properties of watermelon can be attributed to citrulline, a chemical found in the fruit. 

    Helps Treat Inflammation

    Another primary compound found in watermelons is lycopene, which has great benefits.

    Amongst the different carotenoids, lycopene is considered the best.

    Keeps You Hydrated

    Wondering what percentage of watermelon is water? As the name of the fruit implies, watermelon is 90% water, making it one of the best sources of hydration.

    Helps Combat Cancer

    Lycopene gets the credit, again. According to a study, lycopene in watermelons has been found to reduce the extent of cancer insurgence.

    Might Help Relieve Muscle Soreness

    The fruit is packed with electrolytes and the amino acid citrulline, which help soothe sore muscles after a heavy workout, can help reduce muscle fatigue.

    Might Prevent Macular Degeneration

    As we have seen, watermelons are an excellent source of lycopene – which was found to reduce the risk of macular degenerative disease.

    Antioxidants are essential for eye health as they offer protection against free radicals. 

    Improves Bone Health

    Vitamin C plays a major role here as the nutrient is good for the bones and aids wound healing, Vitamin A in watermelons has been linked to bone growth.

    Strengthens Immunity

    Watermelon, being rich in vitamin C, strengthens the body’s immune system.

    The fruit also contains vitamin B6 that helps the immune system produce antibodies . The vitamin also aids in the formation of red blood cells. The fruit has vitamin A that regulates the immune system and protects it.

    Watermelon Andalusia

    €0.00Price
      bottom of page