Watermelon is not only a summer drink but is also a rich source of citrulline, lycopene, vitamins A, C and antioxidants flavonoids.
Citrulline in watermelon supports the excretion of ammoniac, a toxic by product of protein metabolism from the liver through the ure cycle.
The compound lycopene, which gives watermelon its characteristic red color, is a powerful antioxidant, helping to reduce inflammation and protect liver cells from damage caused by free radicals. A study from the Journal of Hepatology recorded that the group of people who eat fresh watermelon 3-4 times a week have a significant reduction in liver enzymes ALT and AST, while reducing fatty liver condition.
Watermelon has more than 90% water, along with natural potassium content, helping to increase urine output, eliminate toxins through the kidneys, thereby reducing the burden on the liver.
Supplementing water-rich fruits such as watermelon helps improve blood flow to the liver, increase metabolic efficiency and endogenous detoxification.
Watermelon juice when used in the morning can stimulate liver and gallstarch, support fat digestion and detoxify through gall sugar.
Eat watermelon properly to best support the liver:
Although watermelon has many benefits, the way it is consumed greatly affects the detoxification effect:
Best Time: Eat in the Morning or at noon, when the liver is active and the digestive system is healthy.
Eat whole pieces over juice: because it contains fiber, it helps slow down the absorption of sugar and increases detoxification efficiency.
Do not eat too cold or after dinner: because it can easily cause digestive disorders, bloating, affecting the liver and gallbladder.
Healthy adults can eat 200-300g of watermelon per day, equivalent to 2-3 small pieces, to maintain liver function without increasing blood sugar levels too quickly.
