Eating watermelon may have similar effects to taking Viagra. Have you noticed that this year’s crop of watermelons have been particularly tasty? Now when your spouse comes home with a watermelon and a sly smile, you’ll know what’s going on.

Science Daily (July 1, 2008) A cold slice of watermelon has long been a Fourth of July holiday staple. But according to recent studies, the juicy fruit may be better suited for Valentine’s Day. That’s because scientists say watermelon has ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body’s blood vessels and may even increase libido.

The more we study watermelons, the more we realize just how amazing a fruit it is in providing natural enhancers to the human body,” said Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M’s Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center in College Station.

We’ve always known that watermelon is good for you, but the list of its very important healthful benefits grows longer with each study.”

While there are many psychological and physiological problems that can cause impotence, extra nitric oxide could help those who need increased blood flow, which would also help treat angina, high blood pressure and other cardiovascular problems.

“Watermelon may not be as organ specific as Viagra,” Patil said, “but it’s a great way to relax blood vessels without any drug side-effects.”

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