Watermelon May Have Viagra-effect

by ryanborja | July 1, 2008 at 07:14 am
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This may be a revelation, but isn't it that our natural and organic resources always surprises us?  This only revealed how much more is needed for us to finally discover the wonders that our natural resources have for us humans. 

Until this research came.  Another proof in this regard -

A cold slice of watermelon has long been a Fourth of July holiday staple. But according to recent studies, the juicy fruit may be better suited for Valentine’s Day. That’s because scientists say watermelon has ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body’s blood vessels and may even increase libido.

So, who needs artificial and often commercially-manufactured pills that may have a sideeffects not only to our physical health, but also our psychological well-being.

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Julie Lynn 4

Watermelons...not just for picnics anymore!

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JeffHuang

This officially makes watermelon the best fruit in the world.

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Yuliya Talmazan

I thought watermelon was a berry. 

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Melody.loves.you

This watermelon has just started growing on a small (less than .1 acre) personal farm, along with a few other vegetables.

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René
René
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at 19:38 on July 1st, 2008

Well, well, well.

danesller0127
danesller0127
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at 11:11 on July 2nd, 2008

ryanborja, I like this artile. It's good stuff!!!

I love this fruits... Watermelon or Pakwan' in the Philippines, and how about the yellow one? the Melons, they are both similar...hahaha!!!

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ryanborja

Ah really you like these fruits? Yes, we call it 'pakwan' in the Philippines.   How are Filipinos now in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Dan?

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danesller0127

Tiyagaan nalang talaga dito dre', di na kagaya ng dati'... maraming kabayan, nagtitiis, dahil sa hirap ng buhay diyan sa atin. Ang iba sinuswerte, ang iba naman 'one-day millionaire lang. Ganyan talaga buhay  'that's life'. thanks, again...

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