SEC=UGA Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Watermelon the new Viagra? By AJC | Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 07:46 AM The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Has the zing gone out of your love life? You might want to try eating a slice of watermelon. Not only is it delicious, but it just might increase your libido. According to Science Daily, scientists say watermelon has ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body’s blood vessels. Here’s a portion of the story from sciencedaily.com: 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. “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. “We’ve always known that watermelon is good for you, but the list of its very important healthful benefits grows longer with each study.” Beneficial ingredients in watermelon and other fruits and vegetables are known as phyto-nutrients, naturally occurring compounds that are bioactive, or able to react with the human body to trigger healthy reactions, Patil said. In watermelons, these include lycopene, beta carotene and the rising star among its phyto-nutrients - citrulline - whose beneficial functions are now being unraveled. Among them is the ability to relax blood vessels, much like Viagra does. Scientists know that when watermelon is consumed, citrulline is converted to arginine through certain enzymes. Arginine is an amino acid that works wonders on the heart and circulation system and maintains a good immune system, Patil said. “The citrulline-arginine relationship helps heart health, the immune system and may prove to be very helpful for those who suffer from obesity and type 2 diabetes,” said Patil. “Arginine boosts nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels, the same basic effect that Viagra has, to treat erectile dysfunction and maybe even prevent it.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 racist comeback pending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted July 2, 2008 Author Share Posted July 2, 2008 racist comeback pending. I've been waiting all day for it.... waiting.... waiting..... waiting.... H8, where the h ell are you with the p enis joke!!!!????!!!! Ooops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBoog Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 And I always thought it was the awsome fireworks that got me sportin' a.... aahhhh never mind... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 racist comeback pending. fried chicken can increase your sense of rhythm... pretty sure I read that somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 racist comeback pending. Does the fact that you anticipate a racist comeback, not make you a racist, as you clearly associated this article with racism, and thus the supposed link to watermelon and a particular race? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeteebee Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I didn't anticipate any racist jokes, but I am surprised nobody has come up with any aggie jokes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Does the fact that you anticipate a racist comeback, not make you a racist, as you clearly associated this article with racism, and thus the supposed link to watermelon and a particular race? If it's racist to think that black people like watermelon and sex, well then call me David Duke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 If it's racist to think that black people like watermelon and sex, well then call me David Duke. I like watermelon and sex, and I'm lily white you ignorant racist prick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I like watermelon and sex, and I'm lily white you ignorant racist prick. How about frankfurters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 How about frankfurters I'm not in to that, but hey if that is your deal, I don't guess there is anything wrong with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 i knew there was a reason i always got horny watching gallagher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 i knew there was a reason i always got horny watching gallagher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikesVikes Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 (edited) I'm so behind the times that I'm still into Apple Pies. link Edited July 3, 2008 by MikesVikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSUChiefsTarheelFan Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 mmmmm watermelon.....mmmmm fried chicken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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