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Watermelon 🍉 in pregnancy 🤰

Ayurveda says watermelon/ kaalinda is
संतर्पण - nourishes all tissues (dhatu)
पुष्टिविवर्धन - increases nutrition

Lycopene is one of the most potent antioxidants when compared to vitamin C and vitamin E.
A red fresh watermelon contains around 4.81 to 7.20 mg/ 100 gm of lycopene.

IUGR / poor fetal growth / low fetal birth weight is caused majorly due to placental issues like inflammation, placental dysfunction.
Lycopene can improve placental function by reducing inflammatory factors and increasing antioxidant capacity.
As a powerful antioxidant, lycopene protects cells from damage caused by free radicals and allow placenta to grow healthy ensuring good nutrient and oxygen supply to the growing child.
By improving placental health and reducing oxidative stress, lycopene help promote healthier fetal development and increase average fetal weight.

Along with lycopene , watermelon provides rich hydration and natural electrolytes 🍉

❇️Note - 2 cups of diced watermelon at a time without adding salt or chat masala is a healthier way of eating during pregnancy

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