2007-09-01 13:41:29 · 13 answers · asked by periwinkle135 3 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
Watermelon contains high concentrations of lycopene, an antioxidant that may help reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases. Watermelon is fat free, nutritionally low in calories and considered an ideal diet food, and is high in energy, making it a great energy boost!
Nutritional Facts:
Fat-free
Saturated fat-free
Very low sodium
Cholesterol-free
A good source of vitamin A
High in vitamin C
i believe its also diuretic
2007-09-01 13:47:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, watermelon is actually quite good for you. As others have noted, it is a very good source of Vitamin A, but unlike carrots that get their Vitamin A from beta carotene, watermelon gets its Vitamin A from lycopene, which causes the flesh of the watermelon to be red or pink. Lycopene is one of the best antioxidants around, and watermelon is second only to tomatoes as a source of lycopene.
2007-09-01 13:53:22 · answer #2 · answered by Peter K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, not only is watermelon delicious, but it is an excellent source of the amino acid citrulline, which helps the body heal wounds, lower blood pressure, and protect against stroke. The fruit is also loaded with antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin A, and it contains more lycopene, which reduces the risk of heart disease and cancer, than any other fruit or vegetable—including tomatoes.
2007-09-01 14:13:17 · answer #3 · answered by Sonya 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course. It's tons of water. You are supposed to have 8 glasses a day. If you eat watermelon...there's a start.
2007-09-01 13:45:51 · answer #4 · answered by CSSW 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not - its healthy and juicy and all kinds of yum.... awwwwwwww i want some now! hahahaha. You are eating other foods as well as melon though arnt you?? Just melon wont keep you going throughout the day you need some fibre and carbohydrates too. xxxx
2016-03-17 21:57:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! It contains lycopene which is a powerful antioxidant which may help prevent prostate cancer in males. It may also help prevent other types of cancer, heart disease and otehr serious diseases.
2007-09-01 13:51:56 · answer #6 · answered by margarita 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very low in saturated fat
No cholesterol
Very low in sodium
High in potassium
Very high in vitamin A
Very high in vitamin C
it is also very rich in cancer fighting antioxidants.
2007-09-01 13:47:44 · answer #7 · answered by Ani 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes! Many.
2007-09-01 13:45:59 · answer #8 · answered by Jon R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It keeps you hydrated and probably has some fiber and vitamin C in it.
2007-09-01 13:48:26 · answer #9 · answered by A.P. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you go to the bathroom it will sound like a hail storm on a farm pond.
2007-09-01 13:51:26 · answer #10 · answered by Phil Deese 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋