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  • July 2008

    • Watermelon: Nature's Viagra

      Science Daily  |  Jul 3, 08 5:12 AM CDT

      Watermelon: Nature's Viagra

      (Newser) - New studies of the humble watermelon show it may pack a Viagra-like effect on men's blood vessels and increase libido. Watermelons are a primary source of the nutrient citrulline, which helps relax blood vessels, increasing blood flow in the body in much the same way Viagra does and with similar results, reports Science Daily. More »

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      Viagra  • Texas A&M  • erectile dysfunction  • lycopene  • watermelon

  • June 2008

    • Japanese Melon Sells for $6K

      Associated Press  |  Jun 6, 08 10:05 AM CDT

      Japanese Melon Sells for $6K

      (Newser) - A rare black watermelon, one of 65 from Japan's first harvest of the year, sold for more than $6,000 at auction today, the AP reports. The Densuke melon has the distinction of being the most expensive of its kind in Japan, and probably the world, though the Guinness World Records organization points out that it does not keep track of watermelons. More »

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      Japan  • auction  • yen  • watermelon

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