Watermelon... Who knew?

Hey Everyone...

I can't think of anything better on a hot summer day than a bowl of cold watermelon cut in cubes (my body is tingling just thinking about it). I try to eat as much of it as possible because I just love the taste! But now... I have even more reasons to enjoy this sweet heavenly treat... For my health. When I read about this, I had to post it.

Watermelon is a member of the Cubcurbitaceae Family (pumpkin, squash and canteloupe belong to this family) and is rich in carotenoids including lycopene & beta carotene. Several medical researches have discovered an association between dietary lycopene consumption and lower incidences of colon and oral cancer. Lycopene also has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Beta Carotene is rich in Vitamin A and we know that Vitamin A is great for maintaining great eye health! And best of all, it's low in calories!!

Watermelon seeds are an excellent source of protein. They are also rich in magnesium, calcium and potassium. In the Arab world, these seeds are roasted and salted for a snack.

So... Besides being this amazing thirst quenching summertime treat. Watermelon is also great for maintaining optimum health. Although you can get it year round (at a premium in the winter), it's best in the summer.

Quick Tip: Wanna know how to pick a good watermelon? Pick it up, and knock on it with the palm of your hand in the middle. If it sounds full or it just sounds like you are smacking a watermelon -- put it back... But, if it sounds hollow inside (kind of like a hearing an african drum) -- put it in your cart, you've probably got a really good one.

With Sweet Goodness,

Shermaine

Avocado Butter - My personal choice

Ok... I've taken the hiatus... Gotten myself relatively healthy again... But now it's time to get back to business...

I know it's been a long time, but I know you haven't forgotten that I suffer from Eczema. It was my reason for starting my company The Body Patisserie (which look for changes from that very soon)... Well I wanted to let you in on what is my personal preference in skin moisturizing. Avocado Butter...

Avocado Butter comes from the flesh of the avocado fruit. It is is rich in vitamins E, A and D, unsaturated fatty acids and lecithin, all of which are beneficial to your general health and especially to that of your skin. Its a little heavy, but eczema suffers like myself generally have very dry skin so it works for us.

Want to see how great it is? Right before bed, rub pure avocado butter on your hands and then place them in cotton gloves. I guarantee in the morning, your hands will be "baby's bottom" smooth.

Give it a try.

With Sweet Goodness,

Shermaine