It usually happens every summer.
I get obsessed with watermelon, and it just kicked in again this past week.
It is my favorite fruit, and it just seems to go hand in hand with summer, like Mungo Jerry.
But little did I know how good it was for your health.
Here are nine benefits of eating watermelon, according to an article by Kerri-Ann Jennings from HealthLine:
- Helps You Hydrate – watermelon is 92% water; no wonder it’s only 46 calories per cup
- Contains Nutrients and Beneficial Plant Compounds = there are many vitamins and minerals in watermelon, including vitamin C, carotenoids, lycopene, cucurbitacin E, and citrulline. Except for Vitamin C, I don’t know what any of those are, but I’ll take Kerri’s word that they are good for me.
- Contains Compounds That May Help Prevent Cancer – I guess this is where lycopene and cucurbitacin E comes in handy…
- May Improve Heart Health – once again, lycopene to the rescue, along with citrulline, vitamins A, B6, C, and minerals magnesium and potassium all help to keep your heart healthy.
- May Lower Inflammation and Oxidative Stress – lycopene and vitamin C are what provide this benefit. This lycopene sounds like a miracle antioxidant…
- May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration – if you guessed because of lycopene, you would be right.
- May Help Relieve Muscle Soreness – finally, lycopene lets someone else do some work; this time it’s citrulline.
- Is Good for Skin and Hair – Vitamins A and C are important for skin and hair health. In addition, lycopene and beta-carotene may also help protect your skin from sunburn.
- Can Improve Digestion – Watermelon contains lots of water and a small amount of fiber — both of which are important for healthy digestion.
And I would add a tenth benefit.
10. Watermelon is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. When I am looking for something sweet to eat after dinner, watermelon satisfies that craving.
I wonder if lycopene has something to do with that also…
Wow never realized there were so many health benefits to eating watermelon. I one I need to cut up and eat, thanks to your post I think I will do that now. 😁
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Oops that darn auto correct got me. Lol
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I figured it out, since that’s how I usually type… 🙂
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🤣
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enjoy!
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Watermelon’s lovely. I blend it in the nutribullet and drink it sometimes. It’s very hydrating and energising. 🍉🍉🍉
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I might have to try that, but I can’t imagine it can be any better than jut eating it…
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Something sweet that is healthy! Gotta love it! 🙂
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it’s the perfect food!
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Now I need to get some!
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And when you are through eating it, you can use the rind to make a helmet to protect you from pun head smacks.
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good idea, putting every part of the fruit to good use…
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🙄
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Oooh I see that your “thoughtful” thoughts just keep coming!
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I know how you need help with these things
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Oh gosh! You know I am thinking that I am beginning to feel my throwing arm growing stronger. 🙂
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maybe it’s time to enter a darts contest then…
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Haha!
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🙂
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Yay for watermelon! Such a treat. 🍉
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🤞🤞
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I love watermelon! It is the perfect summer treat!
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I agree!
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It motivates me to get some midnight exercise, jumping out of bed and running to the bathroom to take a leak.
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I know that routine all too well…
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There’s a whole host of people out there who will caution you about watermelon’s high glycemic index and how bad it is for you. I love it. But I love sour patch kids too, and I suppose they also have a high GI. I’m in agreement with you, anything that’s mostly water and loaded with nutrients can’t be too bad, especially on a hot summer day.
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I guess everything in moderation. well maybe except for watermelon in the summer…
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Watermelon may also raise your IQ by two points and may cure toe nail fungus.
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I’ll be happy with just the fungus thing…
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Me too!
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And spitting out the seeds is fun! How’s your aim? 😊
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I haven’t spit a watermelon seed in a long, long time. Now we just buy the seedless 🙂
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We used to have some good seed-spitting contests. I guess that has fallen victim to genetic engineering.
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I remember having such contests when I was a kid…
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I’m a big fan of most fruits, and I usually love sweets, but watermelon just doesn’t do it for me. I’m glad you like it, JIm.
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So much for us being long lost brothers… 🙂
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I owe water melon an apology as I thought it did not have a lot to offer unless you are thirsty…
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I think watermelon has accepted your apology…
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I enjoy watermelon for all the delicious reasons you offered, but I was unaware of its many dietary benefits. You are always teaching me something.
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it was a nice surprise to learn of all the benefits; have a great weekend, Brad!
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it had no idea it had so many health benefits, and I wish I loved it more. one bonus gift your post has given me is an idea for a summer blog. many thanks to you Jim and watermelon, both.
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I look forward to seeing what that blog might be…
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You know how I can veer off into tangents. )
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that’s the beauty of your blog! 🙂
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And there was me thinking it was just something to fool me that I’m eating when I’m trying to lose weight!
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it is a multitalented food…
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Is this you? https://youtu.be/hGTkHHNMIEw
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Hahaha! I watched the next clip after that, which was equally funny. “How long have you been doing this?”
“Since last night.” 🤣
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I was watching the game live when he first did this, and the commentators loved it. He made further appearances at games, and the camera always found him.
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I guess there are worse things you could be famous for…
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He had his moment. They found him again the following season too, but it’s been disrupted by Covid since then. Hopefully he can make a return, perhaps with different fruit next time.
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maybe he’ll get to throw out the first bowl, if they do that in cricket… 🙂
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They don’t do stunts like that – we keep it professional!
For the Big Bash League, which this is from, the Aussies have done away with the coin toss to decide who chooses to bat first, and have a ‘bat flip’ instead, as it is a better visual for tv than having a bunch of people trying to find a coin on the ground. He could do that, if he hasn’t already.
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but you miss out on things like Dr. Fauci trying to throw a ball to home plate… 🙂
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For that relief, much thanks…
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🙂
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smart kid – knew exactly what he was doing!
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🙂
I’m not sure I could eat the rind like that young man. I wonder if was paying attention to the game at all?
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I don’t think I could, either! If you watch the next video, as Pete says, you’ll see why he was there. I’m sure he likes cricket too, though 😊
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yes, clever kid indeed!
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What I found really impressive is that you’ve heard of Mungo Jerry😆 But I will study the other benefits – promise!
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Mungo had the original song of summer!
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And it helps prevent involuntary leg movement when sleeping.
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add one more to the list!
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Although watermelon has many health benefits it is one of my least favourite fruits too sweet for me..if you lived closer you could enjoy as much watermelon as you liked…Enjoy the season, Jim 🙂 x
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and you probably have access to fresh watermelon all year!
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Yep… Most of the year… I just pickle the rind and end up composting the rest as none of us really like watermelon… Hubby eats some and doesn’t mind the occassional smoothie…
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the exact opposite of what we do 🙂
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