If you have been throwing away your watermelon seeds while consuming the watermelon juicy parts only. You may want to reconsider your decision on that after reading this article on the health benefits of watermelon seeds. Here are some benefits of consuming watermelon seeds:

1. Promote Heart Health

The magnesium in watermelon seeds greatly contributes to heart health. It aids in normal heart functioning and regulates blood pressure.

As per a Kentucky study, the beneficial effects of watermelon seeds on the heart could be due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory (widening of blood vessels) properties. The seeds are also a rich source of a substance called citrulline, which has been found to reduce aortic blood pressure – ultimately protecting the heart. The extract of the seeds was also found to lower cholesterol levels.

One American study also throws light on the importance of magnesium in this aspect. Magnesium is one of the minerals that contribute to electrolyte balance in the body – a factor important for cardiovascular stability. And in patients with congestive heart failure, the presence of sufficient total body magnesium serves as an aid.

Low magnesium concentrations, especially at the time of surgery, can lead to cardiac glycoside toxicity. This basically means deficiency of magnesium can be lethal, more so in heart patients. And electrolyte abnormalities, as we saw, and potentially dangerous for patients with heart failure. Magnesium is also important in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat rhythm).

As per a report by the Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, watermelon seeds can help lower blood pressure levels. To achieve this, you can dry the seeds and then boil them in water to drink as tea.

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, dietary intake of magnesium has been linked to lowered risk of sudden cardiac death. Also, calcium needs magnesium (at precise ratios) to ensure your heart functions properly. But then, exercise caution and take advice when it comes to taking magnesium supplements. Magnesium helps the blood vessels relax – but it is also important to note that too much of magnesium can lead to a diuretic effect – excess of the mineral can be lost through urine, and this decreases its levels in the body.

Watermelon seeds are also rich in zinc, which plays a key role in heart health. It regulates the way calcium moves in your heart cells. This is important as excessive calcium levels can lead to heart failure. And patients with congestive heart failure were found to have severe zinc deficiency, which simply explains why this mineral is so important for the heart.

2. Improve Male Fertility

The zinc in watermelon seeds is important for the male reproductive system. According to a Chinese study, zinc supplementation can significantly enhance sperm quality of infertile men. Also, zinc is only second to iron as the most abundant element in human tissues. And trace elements like zinc play a major role in the male reproductive system as they exhibit high activity at the molecular level. Studies have also found lower levels of zinc in the seminal plasma of infertile men than that in normal males. Though further studies are required, the possibility is encouraging.

The seeds of the watermelon fruit are also good sources of manganese. As per the University of Maryland Medical Center, low levels of manganese can also contribute to infertility (13).

3. Aid Diabetes Treatment

According to an Iranian study, watermelon seeds have positive effects on the accumulation of glycogen stores, which can aid diabetes treatment. The extracts of the seeds are considered antidiabetic, given their ability to decrease plasma glucose levels.

A report by the International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences talks about the omega-6 fatty acids in watermelon seeds, stating that they might help prevent type 2 diabetes. Another study links low dietary magnesium intake to the development of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Numerous cases of type 2 diabetes were linked to magnesium deficits. And in certain rat studies, magnesium supplementation was found to delay the onset of diabetes. Another study conducted on nondiabetic African Americans showed that low dietary magnesium was associated with insulin resistance.

The magnesium in watermelon seeds was also found to prevent insulin dysregulation (which can cause diabetes). And if you are opting for magnesium supplements, you can go for magnesium threonate – which has been showing promise in the recent times due to its ability to penetrate cell membranes. However, consult your doctor first – as certain experts express their apprehension towards the use of magnesium supplements.

Studies have also found that prediabetics almost always have low magnesium intake. The mineral is also vital to activate tyrosine kinase, an enzyme required for the proper function of insulin receptors. A problematic digestive system and alcoholism can also impair the body’s absorption of magnesium, which might eventually lead to diabetes. Regardless of the person’s bodyweight, magnesium can play a protective role against diabetes. It can also lower the blood pressure in diabetes patients.

The zinc in the seeds, as per studies, was found to have beneficial effects on glycemic control. The mineral is also important in insulin action and carbohydrate metabolism. And believe it or not – zinc deficiency is on the rise in several countries, the very same countries with an increase in diabetes cases. According to the American Diabetes Association, higher zinc intake is associated with a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes in women. However, it is important to note that there could be differences in how people respond to zinc. Hence, take advice from your doctor if you are planning to take zinc supplements.

4. Strengthen Hair

Apart from strengthening hair, magnesium plays a role in preventing hair breakage – consequently promoting hair growth. Low levels of magnesium, as per certain studies, could accelerate hair loss. It is important to note that your hair goes through changes every seven years – and consuming adequate magnesium is one of the ways to preserve your tresses.

As per a Korean study, zinc inhibits hair follicle regression and even accelerates the recovery of hair follicles.

5. Cleanse Skin And Improve Skin Health

The magnesium in the seeds can help improve your skin’s overall appearance. It reduces acne and treats other skin issues. The mineral achieves this by lowering cortisol levels, improving cellular processes, and balancing hormones.

Topical magnesium can also treat redness or rosacea. It cleanses the skin from deep within and prevents any future issues. It can also prevent wrinkles as the enzymes that regulate DNA replication and repair need the mineral to do their job. Also, skin cells that grow without magnesium were found to be twice as likely to suffer from attacks from free radicals.

Skin allergies like eczema are a common symptom of magnesium deficiency. Low magnesium levels make the body create histamines – which cause itchy skin (due to the swelling of blood vessels that eventually leak fluid into the skin and tissues). Low levels of magnesium also reduce the levels of fatty acids on the skin – this leads to reduced skin elasticity and moisture, causing inflammation and dry skin.

Magnesium also helps combat stress, which can, in a way, reduce acne. Some rare forms of acne have been linked to zinc deficiency – and since watermelon seeds are rich in zinc, they can help in this regard.

Zinc is also used to treat herpes simplex infections and accelerate wound healing.

Reference
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How can someone use it? Can we chew it or dry it and grind it into powder

funmi4love:
How can someone use it? Can we chew it or dry it and grind it into powder

It depends.
* It can simply be chewed along side the juicy part
* Chewed after drying
* Add few dried seeds into hot water and sip as tea
* Use as powder, etc

Note: Don't dry under direct "hot" sunlight

We have simply made a tea using a blend of watermelon seeds and other fruits components to help men restore and maintain a good erectile system generally.