LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) -- A slice of cool, fresh watermelon is a juicy way to top off a Fourth of July cookout, and one that researchers say has effects similar to Viagra. But don't necessarily expect it to keep the fireworks all night...

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LUBBOCK, Texas -- A slice of cool, fresh watermelon is a juicy way to top off a Fourth of July cookout and one that researchers say has effects similar to Viagra _ but don't necessarily expect it to keep the fireworks going all night...
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Found in the flesh and rind of watermelons, citrulline reacts with the body's enzymes when consumed and is changed into arginine, an amino acid that benefits the heart, and the circulatory and immune systems. "Arginine boosts nitric oxide,...
Just in time for the Fourth of July- some good public relations for the humble watermelon. Scientists say a slice of juicy watermelon has effects that can be compared to the drug Viagra. Watermelon contains phyto-nutrients, naturally...