Also known as: watermelon
Latest evidence update: 2026-05-22
L-citrulline supplementation and watermelon intake significantly reduced systolic blood pressure by 4.02 mmHg in middle-aged and elderly individuals.
Watermelon consumption showed no significant effect on serum arginine levels in randomized controlled trials.
Watermelon consumption showed no significant effect on heart rate in randomized controlled trials.
Watermelon consumption significantly decreased low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in randomized controlled trials.
Watermelon consumption led to a significant increase in fasting blood sugar in randomized controlled trials.
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