Effects of watermelon powder supplementation on colitis in high-fat diet-fed and dextran sodium sulfate-treated rats
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2019.02.005
Abstract: Abstract The objective of this study was to determine the effects of watermelon on colitis in rats treated with Dextran Sodium Sulfate (DSS) and high-fat diet. We hypothesized that watermelon would reduce colitis severity by… read more here.
Keywords: colitis; effects watermelon; watermelon powder; sodium sulfate ... See more keywords
Effects of Watermelon Cropping Management on Soil Bacteria and Fungi Biodiversity
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DOI: 10.3390/agriculture13051010
Abstract: Watermelons grown in sandy soil are rich in trace elements, particularly selenium, and are therefore also known as selenium-rich sand watermelons. However, continuous watermelon cultivation in the same sandy field decreases soil fertility and degrades… read more here.
Keywords: crop; effects watermelon; soil properties; crop patterns ... See more keywords