Watermelon = The New Viagra?

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Watermelon = The New Viagra?

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Scientists say the fruit boosts a little-known side effect.

Want to get in the mood? Forget oysters. Science Daily is reporting that watermelon may have Viagra-like effects on the body. Researchers say watermelon relaxes blood vessels, much like Viagra does, and may even increase libido.

"The more we study watermelons, the more we realize just how amazing a fruit it is in providing natural enhancers to the human body," said Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M's Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center in College Station.

Watermelon contains the nutrient citrulline. When watermelon is consumed, citrulline is converted to arginine. "Arginine boosts nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels, the same basic effect that Viagra has, to treat erectile dysfunction and maybe even prevent it," Patil says. "Watermelon may not be as organ-specific as Viagra, but it's a great way to relax blood vessels without any drug side effects." He recommends storing the uncut watermelon at room temperature before eating for maximum health benefits.

So go ahead -- add a watermelon to your Fourth of July shopping list. We guarantee you'll be seeing fireworks.

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Have you SEEN the price of watermelon? It’s almost more expensive that Viagra!

- Tom in Michigan

Posted 07/01/08 08:57 PM

so how many watermelons (dosage) per day should we take for maximum output??

- Elduder

Posted 07/02/08 12:53 AM

Thats why we LOVE watermelon.

- black dude

Posted 07/02/08 06:58 AM

GUESS I WILL BE TAKING OUT A LOAN TO GO BUY SOME WATERMELON———-ACTUALLY ALOT OF WATERMELON!!!!!!!!

- Vita David

Posted 07/02/08 09:05 AM

Sould I look for a watermelon with blue seeds??

- Brian

Posted 07/02/08 09:21 AM

You know, I was never a fan of watermelons. I find they don’t taste like anything other than water. But if watermelon can keep the crane from falling, I’m all over it.

- Anonymous

Posted 07/02/08 01:36 PM

Ha! They probably jacked up the price of watermelon because of this story :)

- Sandra

Posted 07/02/08 01:44 PM

hee. hee.

- Anonymous

Posted 07/02/08 01:45 PM

Is that a watermelon in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?

- april

Posted 07/02/08 01:54 PM

I eat a big bowl of chunked watermelon and do a 100mg viagra…my wife can’t stay off of me, I love it ! and her .. ShaaaaWing !

- Studley

Posted 07/02/08 01:57 PM

Watermelon is my new favorite fruit!

- Anonymous

Posted 07/02/08 02:03 PM

lol. i saw this on regus and kelly this morning. no wonder my dad luvs watermelon so much…lmao

- luvla chica

Posted 07/02/08 02:21 PM

New Meaning, Herbie knew al along! WATERMELON MAN Herbie Hancock Hey - Watermelon Man Hey - Watermelon Man Bring me one that rattles when you lug it One that’s erd and juicy when you plug it Do you understand - Watermelon Man Hey - Watermelon Man Hey - Watermelon Man Hot and bothered need a little cooling When I hear your call I start to drooling Do you understand - Watermelon Man

- Anonymous

Posted 07/02/08 02:35 PM

This story was sponsored by the Water Melon farmers group.

- Darsh

Posted 07/02/08 02:41 PM

I’m heading out to the fruit stand right now………..

- Lynn

Posted 07/02/08 04:13 PM

L-ARGININE CAPSULES, $4, WAL-MART.

- NICK

Posted 07/02/08 04:53 PM

My doctor said that Watermelon works as a natural treatment for ED. You just have to eat 15 watermelons, 4 times a day. In abot 3 weeks you should see a difference! Amazing!

- David Fife

Posted 07/02/08 05:16 PM

No wonder Darla liked Buckwheat more than she liked Spanky !

- Lenny

Posted 07/02/08 08:10 PM

WHY do you ignorant people have to take everything and spin it with racism? AND DON’T act like you’re giving a compliment, because all you’re doing is a perpetuating a stereotype YOU think is funny. And Black dude…you’re so obviously NOT. Can’t wait for your comments on studies about sauerkraut, fish and chips & meatloaf…wonder what you’ll say then, but wait to assume all white people love that would be…RACIST. get a life, losers!

- Why

Posted 07/02/08 09:26 PM

hey person who took offense to the black comment. shut your trap. quit crying. that guy probably didnt check back to read your stupid response, just like im not going to.

- TKO

Posted 07/10/08 02:22 PM