Take paper and pencil to write down the answers you give to each of the 8 questions and find out how well you know the sweetest and coolest "protagonist" of the summer, the watermelon.
1. How many calories do 100gr. watermelon?
A) 30 calories
B) 50 calories
C) 20 calories
2. Watermelon takes off the erotic desire because it contains
A) Leucine
B) Citrulline
C) Arginine
3. To which antioxidant do you owe the red color of watermelon?
A) Lycopene
B) Selenium
C) Vitamin E.
4. Make up the watermelon
A) 92% water
B) 89% water
C) 99% water
5. Watermelon is rich in
A) Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and potassium
B) Vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin B12 and calcium
C) Vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and potassium
6. What is the scientific name of watermelon?
A) Sikios the melon
B) Strain the lycopersicone
C) Kitroullos the herbaceous
7. To which family does watermelon belong?
A) Solanides
B) Squashes
C) Rhododendron
8. How many varieties of watermelon are there
A) 200
B) 1200
C) 1000
Correct answers
1. Α
Watermelon, the "king" of summer fruits, contains few calories, only 30 per 100g. A slice of watermelon is the healthiest and tastiest choice for snacks, especially in summer.
2. Β
Citrulline is an amino acid, which is converted by enzymes in our body into a basic amino acid, arginine, which contributes to the proper functioning of our cardiovascular, circulatory and immune systems. Arginine is also an important precursor of nitric acid, which has the ability to relax and dilate the blood vessels of the penis and treat erectile dysfunction.
3. Α
Watermelon contains lycopene, an antioxidant that has anti-cancer effects and in particular provides effective help in the prevention of prostate cancer.
4. Α
92% of the fruit is water providing significant hydration to the body. Watermelon is a natural diuretic, which acts as an aid to weight loss and contributes to kidney function.
5. Α
Vitamin C helps to strengthen the immune system, heal wounds as well as slow down aging. Vitamin A is important for vision, anti-aging but also for defense against infections as it strengthens the body's lymphocytes. Vitamin B6 is involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters in the brain that help improve mental and psychological health. Potassium maintains heart rate, helps regulate blood pressure and allows nerves and muscles to function properly.
6. Γ
Watermelon or Citrus (Citrullus lanatus) is a delicious and refreshing summer fruit that comes from South Africa.
7. Β
Watermelon belongs to the squash family or otherwise to the Cucurbitacee family along with the plants that produce melon, cucumber and zucchini.
8. B
Watermelon is grown around the world in more than 1.200 varieties that differ from each other based on the color of the shape, texture and seeds. Yellow watermelon is just as sweet as red, but has a lower sugar content and lasts longer. Orange has a crunchy, juicy texture and the seeds are completely absent from the inside.