The quintessential summer fruit, watermelon, is one of the healthiest fruits out there. And thankfully, it’s abundant this time of the year.
The Benefits of Eating Watermelon
Lycopene
You might start to think that tomato and lycopene are like bread and butter, so why am I mentioning lycopene without tomato? You’d be surprised to know that half a cup of watermelon contains 6 mg of lycopene. And a medium sized tomato? It only has 4 mg. So just imagine eating three cups of this summer fruit. You’re raising your body’s antioxidants and helps fend cancer off!
Vitamins and Minerals
Eating this summer fruit gives you a lot of vitamins and minerals. You wouldn’t think it has any, since it’s 92% water. A 300 ml wedge of watermelon gives you 1/3 of your vitamin A and C recommended daily intake. So just eat a liter and you’re good to go. Plus, it also has potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6.
Amino Acid Delight
It contains an amino acid called L-citrulline. The body converts this into L-arginine and it helps relax blood vessels and improves blood circulation. Which is why it’s highly recommended to drink watermelon juice before a workout.
Here’s a summary of everything that you need to know about the health benefits of eating watermelon:
Enjoy your watermelons!:D
I love watermelons, so no need to convince me about eating it. If it’s on season, I’ll definitely eat it.
I thought watermelons are mostly water just like cucumbers. I guess I’m eating more of this now.
Watermelons have lycopene? That’s great! What a wonderful fruit! ?
I find watermelons very refreshing. It’s my favorite fruit ever. My smoothies don’t even taste good without it.
93% water but rich in vitamins and minerals? That’s insane!
I know! It’s so surprising.
The only thing I hate about watermelons is that they’re deceiving. Even the red ones aren’t sweet.?
Nice, I’m about to do the grocery and watermelons really sound good.? Buying tons and I’ll turn them into smoothies and eat them plain too.
It’s true that watermelons are good after work out. It’s just like drinking water but tastes so much better.