Watermelon Facts, Watermelon NutritionWatermelon Facts - The first thought that comes to my mind when I think about watermelon is a big green summer fruit, packed with that red, tasty and watery squash inside.Did you know that 92% of the weight of this fruit is water? That is why it makes a very good "hydrating agent" in the summer heat. 
This big fruit is actually a really BIG source of all the vital nutrients the human body needs. Watermelons are said to contain anti-oxidants that prevent our organs and tissues from various types of diseases. It is also believed that this fruit has anti-aging benefits. Even though the watermelon looks like such a simple fruit, the nutrients it contains plays a major role is our system, even fighting against certain types of cancers. It has even been proved by scientists that watermelon has similar types of effects as Viagra! In simpler words, this fruit is very good for you :) And now let us talk about some interesting watermelon facts. This fruit is grown in more than 96 countries. The scientific name/Latin name of this fruit is Citrullus lanatus. They are grown worldwide. Apart from the flesh, the rind and the seeds of the watermelon is also edible. And can you believe that there are over 1200 varieties of watermelon! I bet you never knew that? It has been found that watermelon and green tea team up together to be a wonderful cancer prevention. So it is advisable to have some cool watermelon chunks with every quart of ice tea you sip. Click below to see a nutrition profile of watermelon given by the USDA Nutrient Database. This watermelon nutrition profile proves this fruit is packed with goodness! Watermelon Nutrition Facts1 melon
Vitamin A 25707 IU, vitamin B6 2.033 mg, vitamin C 366.0 mg, OR
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