In honor of the Fourth of July, here's a fun bit of trivia about everyone's favorite picnic food: Watermelon may have Viagra-like effects. Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M’s Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center in College Station, says watermelon contains a nutrient called citrulline, which is converted to an amino acid, arginine, when eaten. He goes on to say that, “Arginine boosts nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels, the same basic effect that Viagra has, to treat erectile dysfunction and maybe even prevent it."

So don't just eat your vegetables. Eat your fruits, too! (Guys, this means you.)

Happy and safe Fourth, everyone!