Watermelon Mint & Lime
This juicing recipe is hydrating and does wonders for the skin. Watermelon is packed with nutrients and antioxidants that are important for cardiovascular health and for the prevention of cancer. The sweet watermelon compliments well with the zingy flavor of the lime and freshness of the mint. Its great for a hot summer day served cold with ice.
Servings: 1 (8oz)
165 calories per serving
Ingredients
- Watermelon, 500g
- Mint, bunch 25g
- 1 Lime, juice 67g
* This chart graphically shows where this juice will be most beneficial.
| Calories kcal | 546 | 27% |
| Calories Juiced kcal | 165 | 8% |
| Protein g | 4 | 9% |
| Fat g | 1 | 2% |
| Carbs g | 49 | 16% |
| Fiber g | 6 | 23% |
| Sugars g | 32 | 129% |
| Vitamin C mg | 68.10 | 114% |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) mg | 0.20 | 14% |
| Riboflavin mg | 0.18 | 11% |
| Niacin mg | 1.45 | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 mg | 0.29 | 14% |
| Folate µg | 48.75 | 12% |
| Vitamin A µg | 194.00 | 32% |
| Vitamin E mg | 0.40 | 1% |
| Vitamin K µg | 0.93 | 1% |
| Calcium mg | 118 | 12% |
| Iron mg | 3 | 16% |
| Magnesium mg | 75 | 21% |
| Phosphorus mg | 84 | 8% |
| Potassium mg | 770 | 22% |
| Sodium mg | 14 | 1% |
| Zinc mg | 1 | 6% |
| Water | 528 | 14266% |
Vitamin C
Required for: Immunity, heart and cardiovascular health, development of sex hormones, stress management, health and repair of skin and effective wound healing
Deficiency Symptoms: Frequent infections, poor wound healing, skin complaints, fatigue and listlessness, depression, easy bruising, bleeding gums and varicose veins
Vitamin A
Required for: Immune system, growth and repair of bones, skin, teeth and eye health
Deficiency Symptoms: Dry skin, dull and dry hair, hard skin, reduced saliva production, ridged nails, loss of appetite, bumps on back of arms and other parts of the body, acne, mouth ulcers, sinus problems, poor wound healing and poor night vision
Potassium
Required for: Hydration and regulation of fluid content in the body, as well as regulating the bodies metabolism
Deficiency Symptoms: Frequent thirst, pins and needles in the extremities, cellulite, constipation, palpitations and low or high blood pressure
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[…] This juice is great to hydrate your body and skin, it also offers your taste buds a zingy flavour. All you need is watermelon, mint, and lime, then you have yourself a delicious and healthy juice. Find the recipe here. […]
[…] This juice is great to hydrate your body and skin, it also offers your taste buds a zingy flavour. All you need is watermelon, mint, and lime, then you have yourself a delicious and healthy juice. Find the recipe here. […]