Benefits of Watermelon
Watermelon season is my absolute favorite time of year! Watermelon is juicy, sweet, refreshing, and loaded with antioxidants associated with many health benefits. Watermelon is a summertime staple, loved by many for its refreshing taste and hydrating properties.
From its high water content (over 90% water) to its abundance of vitamins and antioxidants, we’ll take a closer look at the many ways that watermelon can benefit your health. Whether you enjoy it sliced, blended into a smoothie, or grilled on the BBQ, this delicious fruit is sure to be a favorite in your summer diet. Get ready to discover just how amazing watermelon can be!
Benefits of Watermelon
Eating watermelon supplies you with some of the following nutrients and benefits:
- Lycopene– this carotenoid helps reduce cardiovascular inflammation and blood pressure, balances cholesterol, and reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
- Vitamin C– helps strengthen immunity, produces collagen for healthy skin, and works with Vitamin A to maintain healthy cells and prevent sun damage.
- Vitamin A– see vitamin C
- Potassium & Magnesium– prevent muscle cramps and soothe muscle soreness (Potassium).
- Natural diuretic– because it is made up of so much water it naturally detoxifies and eliminates access water and fluids– also great for the kidneys.
Don’t be so quick to choose a seedless one. The seeds in watermelons provide additional magnesium, copper, and potassium. They also have many other benefits as well.
Do you know how to select the perfect watermelon? I personally love seeded watermelons but leave a comment below and let me know which one is your favorite.
Sources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/22419532/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/mnfr.201100281
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
