Do not throw away watermelon peels: beneficial properties for the human body

The sweet pulp of watermelon is loved by adults and children. But we throw out the crusts without hesitation. But they have useful properties that not everyone knows about. Their use in raw, dried or infused form will help in the treatment of a number of common diseases - for example, high blood pressure, constipation and others.

In the article we will talk about the benefits, dangers and uses of watermelon peels.

Chemical composition, trace elements and vitamins of watermelon peels

Watermelon rinds have a rich chemical composition:

• water - 90%;
• fructose - 5%;
• sucrose - 5%;
• glucose - 10%;
• pectin - 1%;
• fiber - 0.5%;
• omega-3 and omega-6;
• elements: potassium, calcium, magnesium, fluorine, sulfur, sodium, phosphorus, fluorine, aluminum, copper, zinc, manganese, iron;
• plant polyphenols and flavonoids.

Besides, they contain important amino acids:

• valine;
• citrulline;
• isoleucine;
• threonine;
• phenylalanine.

Rich in crusts and vitamins: C, B1, B2, B6, B9, A, E.

Calorie content is 18 kcal - 1.15% of the daily value.

Useful properties of watermelon peels and their uses

Not everyone knows about the beneficial properties of watermelon peels., so they throw them away, but in vain. There is less moisture and sugar in the crusts than in the pulp, but there is much more fiber and chlorophyll, amino acids and some other active components.

Attention! Watermelon peels can be used as a diuretic, pain reliever, cleansing, choleretic and expectorant.

In folk medicine, people use watermelon peels for making infusions, decoctions, etc.... At the same time, raw and dried peels also have medicinal properties, and they can be used all year round, if you follow the harvesting technology. So, let's take a closer look at what are the benefits of watermelon peels for the human body.

For the human body

Due to its composition, watermelon rind have the following effect on the human body:

1. With heart and kidney diseases, edema is relieved.
2. They normalize metabolic processes.
3. Reduces high blood pressure.
4. Reduce the severity of cellulite, promote weight loss.
5. With gout, they improve well-being.
6. Promote the recovery of the body after a serious illness or long-term medication treatment.
7. Remove excess salts, toxins and toxins.
8. Suppress inflammatory processes in the digestive system.
9. They normalize stool frequency and quality, having a positive effect on bowel function.
10. Make kidney stones easier to pass, while reducing the likelihood of new ones.

Watermelon rinds do not need to be boiled, they are used in the form of candied fruits or in powder form.

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Application in traditional medicine

Watermelon peels are widely used in folk medicine:

1. The broth has a diuretic effect, is used by people with problems of the genitourinary system.
2. They drink the solution for various edema caused by diseases of the heart, kidneys, liver and blood vessels.
3. Drinking a decoction daily helps prevent the progression of urolithiasis.

A decoction of watermelon peels is also drunk with such diseases:

• colitis;
• pyelonephritis;
• angina;
• tuberculosis;
• bronchitis;
• hepatitis;
• diabetes;
• migraine;
• constipation;
• hypertension;
• diarrhea, etc.

In cosmetology

Watermelon peels have also found their place in cosmetology. Most often, face masks are made on their basis. - this allows it to refresh, rejuvenate, saturate with useful substances.

How to properly prepare

There are many ways to prepare a watermelon peel.... The main thing is to follow the instructions clearly. The most popular harvesting technology is drying. In order for the final product to be of high quality, the raw materials must be properly prepared. To do this, separate the peel from the pulp, carefully cut off the hardest layer.

Then the remaining crust is cut into small and thin strips, laid out in one layer on a baking sheet and placed in the oven, dried at a temperature not exceeding + 50 ° C. You can also dry the crusts in an electric dryer or in the sun, this will not make their useful properties disappear. Store dried watermelon rinds in paper or linen bags.

Attention! If there is no complete confidence in the quality of the watermelon, then before harvesting the crusts, it is recommended to soak them in water for 1.5-2 hours, and then rinse thoroughly.

Application features

Despite the benefits, uncontrolled use of large quantities of infusions, decoctions and other means based on berry crusts is prohibited.... Before use, you should consult with a specialist and only then start treatment. Application according to the scheme and within the framework of the norm will help get rid of diseases and will not harm health.

In folk medicine

In folk medicine, decoctions, infusions and dried watermelon crusts are used.... Basically, they are treated in the presence of stones in the gallbladder and kidneys, for various stomach problems and to combat excess weight. Let us consider in more detail the recipes for preparing a decoction and infusion for a certain disease.

With kidney stones:

1. Powder: the skins of the watermelon are dried, ground into powder. Take it for 2 tsp. per day, washed down with tea or freshly squeezed juice.
2. Infusion. To prepare the infusion, take 2 tbsp. l. powder from watermelon peels, pour 2 tbsp. boiling water, insist for 40-60 minutes, then divide the infusion into 3-4 parts and drink it during the day, after eating.
3. Broth: 1 tbsp. l. watermelon powder is poured 1-1.5 tbsp. boiling water, put on fire and cook for 5-7 minutes over low heat. The resulting broth is infused for 30-60 minutes, divided into three parts. Drink the resulting broth half an hour before taking it, add a little honey.
4. Dry crusts are used to treat gallstones. About 150 g of dry crusts are poured into 1 tbsp. boiling water, insist 1 hour. The resulting solution is divided into two parts, no more than a glass is drunk at a time.

With dysbiosis and colitis:

1. 100 g of raw or 80 g of dried watermelon peel is poured into 1 tbsp. boiling water. Insist for an hour, filter thoroughly, divide into 3-4 equal portions and consume a day, preferably before meals.
2. 1 tbsp. l. watermelon powder is poured into 1 tbsp. boiling water and cook for 10 minutes over low heat. Remove from heat, leave for 30-40 minutes, divide into three parts and drink a day.
3. Add 500 g of watermelon skins to 0.5 liters of boiling water, put on low heat and boil for half an hour. The resulting broth is recommended to be taken warm in 2-3 doses per day.

With obesity:

1. 2 tbsp. l. dried peel is steamed with 0.5 liters of boiling water, insisted for an hour and a decoction is consumed per day.
2. Fresh peels are rubbed on a medium grater, pour 250 ml of hot water, insist for 15-20 minutes, consume 1 tbsp. l. three times per day.

To beauticians

Consider several recipes for using watermelon in cosmetology:

1. Fresh watermelon peels are grated, a little olive oil is added, and thoroughly mixed until smooth. Apply the resulting mask to the face, leave for half an hour and rinse with warm water. The product is great for women with oily skin.
2. The crusts of the watermelon are crushed on a grater, add sour cream and a little honey, mix until a mushy consistency. The resulting mixture is applied to the face for 20-30 minutes, then thoroughly washed off with water. The product moisturizes and refreshes the skin.

Harm and contraindications

Watermelon and its peel do not have serious contraindications... Ingestion of watermelon peels is not recommended in such cases:

• with frequent or chronic loose stools;
• with urolithiasis;
• with exacerbation of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• with diabetes mellitus;
• with advanced forms of obesity.

Please note that frequent use of decoctions and tinctures from watermelon peels leads to leaching potassium from the body.

Conclusion

Watermelon is not only a tasty berry, but also a source of beneficial trace elements and vitamins. You can even improve your health with watermelon peels. They take infusion, decoction and other healing solutions from the peels strictly according to recipes and in a certain amount - then a positive result will not take long.