Watermelon

🌱 What it is

Watermelon is a big, green-skinned fruit with sweet pink or red flesh inside. It is more than 90% water, which is why it feels so refreshing on a hot day.

📜 Where it comes from

Watermelon originated in Africa and was cultivated there for thousands of years before spreading to ancient Egypt, where seeds have been found in tombs. It became a beloved warm-weather fruit across the Mediterranean, Middle East, and eventually the world, valued in hot climates for its hydrating, refreshing qualities.

✨ Why it's good for you

• Helps you stay hydrated because it is mostly water
• Gives you vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene
• A naturally sweet, low-calorie treat

🥗 Nutrition

Per 1 cup diced (152g) · about 46 calories

• Vitamin C 21% DV
• Vitamin A 18% DV
• Lycopene
• Water ~92%

Source: USDA FoodData Central

🥄 How to use it

Enjoy fresh watermelon (and its juice) on hot days for cooling hydrationGiving your body enough water to work well. More →; it's a gentle, refreshing way to keep fluids up.

How much: Servings of fresh fruit, especially in heat.

Why it works: Researchers point to watermelon's high water content and its compound citrulline as supporting hydrationGiving your body enough water to work well. More → and healthy blood flow.

📚 Learn more

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