Water-Who? Watermelon!
Watermelon season starts in May and lasts throughout the summer closing out in September with most being grown in Florida, Texas, Arizona, Georgia, and California according to the USDA.
So what makes this veggie so magical? The amount of vitamins and minerals jam-packed in this green ball of magic is essential for our health. Not to mention its sweet taste, hydrating superpower properties, and nutrient density- I’d say this is a magical summer fruit with superpowers!
Health Benefits of Watermelon
- Has shown to reduce prostate cancer according to Today’s Dietitian
- Contains properties to help reduce Cardiovascular Disease
- Reduces muscle soreness, according to a study done by ACS Publications
- Helps to improve hypertension
- Contains choline which reduces inflammation
- Benefits skin and hair because of the high vitamin A content
- Increases digestion due to the high water and fiber content
As Watermelon season (May- Sept) approaches, it’s important to remember that this food is “cooling” and “hydrating” by nature which gives you the best of both worlds! WATERmelon contains 91% of water and 100% of savory melon flavor! Of course, you always want to make sure you are drinking TONS of water in the summer but let’s be honest, water can be boring at times.
Local grocery stores are already stocked up with these marvelous fruits, but how do you choose the “right” one? Considering you will be spending your hard-earned dollars on this round juicy fruit you may want to make sure it’s worth the buy! There are a few EASY ways to identify the perfect watermelon to satisfy your summer cravings!
Steps To Identify the PERFECT Watermelon!
- Visuals- Look for a firm, symmetrical shape with no cuts or bruises
- Heaviness- A heavy watermelon indicates that it is nice and juicy!!
- Turn It Over- Because watermelon grows on vines it sits on the ground. Once ripe it will develop a yellow spot which it sat on.
Feel it, Smell it, Tap it!
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