Table 1.
Averages for total amounts of solution, L-citrulline consumed and body weight changes in rats after 14 days of supplementation ad libitum
| Groups | Average amounts of total solution consumed (mL) | Amounts of L-citrulline consumed (g) | Initial body weight (g) | Final body weight (g) | Body weight changes (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cx | 424.06 | N/A | 160.00±7.30 | 220.00±4.47 | 60.00±7.75 |
| L-cit | 363.86 | 1.82 | 150.00±0.00 | 205.00±5.63 | 55.00±5.63 |
| FR | 658.00 | 1.62 | 131.67±6.54 | 213.33±8.03 | 81.67±8.72* |
| RR | 535.36 | 1.68 | 139.17±12.68 | 215.00±9.57 | 75.83±11.58 |
*
Significant difference when compared to L-cit (P <0.05).
Cx, negative control group; L-cit, positive control group; FR, group of rats supplemented with 100% flesh watermelon juice; RR, group of rats supplemented with 100% rind watermelon juice.
N/A, not available.