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Metabolic Effects in C57BL/6J Mice Fed a High-Fat Western Diet Supplemented with Watermelon Flesh, Rind, and Skin and Other Whole Foods

Creator:

Becraft, Alexandra R.

Abstract:

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is rich in lycopene and citrulline and has high phenolic content and antioxidant capacity. Previous studies demonstrate the health benefits of watermelon intake on improved blood pressure regulation along with others. Similarly, cherries, raspberries, walnuts and green tea are rich in anthocyanins, polyphenols, and polyunsaturated fatty acids...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

Full Text:

) and watermelon skin and rind were added at 2.25% (w/w, dry weight of additives) of diet. Animals