Nutritional value of watermelon

 

If we talk about watermelon, what kinds of watermelon are there? We can’t call it a ‘watermelon’ without any watermelon, so why do people think that? To make some basic definitions, watermelon is a type of melon, and it comes from the genus Musa (Watermelons). There are two species of watermelon grown in North America; Red Delicious Watermelon named R. persicum L., and Blue Sweet Watermelon named B. melons L.

There are many varieties of watermelon today, such as blue sweet watermelon and red delicious watermelon, which are very popular nowadays. It’s a very healthy fruit to have, not only because of its nutritional value, but also because people like a drink called cold melon juice. In addition, this article explains the most important features & benefits of watermelon;

What Is A Watermelon?

Watermelon is a very nutritious fruit, it has high nutrition content, so you should eat one or more watermelon per day at least once or twice a week. However, we should avoid drinking watermelon juices, and if you are allergic, you can buy raw/unripe watermelon.

Nutrition facts – 1 cup of watermelon contains 4.6 g of carbohydrates, 2 g of fiber, 3 g of protein, 6 g of fat, 3 g of calcium, 20 g of phosphorus, 8 g of potassium, 12 g of sodium, 5 g of sugar and 7 g of dietary fiber.

Watermelon Nutrition Facts: Watermelon has a moderate amount of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, a small number of minerals, and low levels of sodium. How much watermelon is enough for a daily requirement? One cup of fresh watermelon contains 0.9 oz of carbohydrates, 0.4 oz of fiber, 2 grams of protein (2.5% of total calories), 7 grams of fat, 1 gram of protein (5%), and 9 grams of dietary fiber, and 17 grams of sugar. And according to my personal health goals, I would prefer to have a minimum of three cups of watermelon every day. For our reference, having three cups means a total of four servings of watermelon. If having less than three cups, you can consume three cups only. According to my personal diet plan, watermelon should be eaten only on special occasions, so there should not be more than one watermelon per occasion. This will help to prevent watermelon allergy. Does Watermelon contain pesticides also? Yes! If you want to purchase organic fruits and vegetables, please try different ways of buying them. You can choose from free-cycle watermelon seeds and you can try other products, not only that, you can get Organic Fresh Tomato & Pesto from Fresh Grown Tomatoes. Another way is just by using frozen tomatoes when possible and trying different ways. So I don’t recommend purchasing canned watermelon seeds. That is simply not beneficial. How does watermelon grow? Watermelon is one of the most widely cultivated crops in Asia and Africa. The cultivation of this plant dates back more than 100 years. About 100 years ago, a large area was used as a field and a vineyard where crops such as watermelon, rice, and cabbage were planted by European settlers. Today, there are over 250 acres dedicated to watermelon production across the United States, making this one of the largest single producers of watermelon seedlings in the country. On average, it takes an individual seedling around 50 years to reach full ripening before harvesting. During the growing cycle, the harvest is completed within 8-10 months. When watermelon goes ripe, the flowering pods usually sprout from an underground root ball and produce watermelon fruits, depending on the variety. The leaves are often used to make watermelon skins. According to my personal experience: I love eating a big watermelon right now without feeling sore & when it is ripe, it tastes very good. As mentioned above, all the nutrients are stored inside these capsules. Also, these capsules are absorbed deep into a person’s body. Why should I eat watermelon? Why watermelon? Because of its beautiful yellow color, you can see almost anything (especially the outside side) through the translucent skin. It is said that this vegetable actually grows in a dark environment, which makes it glow. The white color of watermelon is due to the chlorophyll present in its green stem. Therefore, watermelon is said to be a cool-climate crop. Nowadays, farmers around the world are cultivating watermelon plants in order to reduce their carbon emissions. Watermelon cultivation around the globe reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 70% and reduces global warming. Here is the list of watermelon cultivation around the world: Asia: China

Japan

South Korea

Australia

southeast Asia

South Asia

New Zealand

South America: Brazil

South American countries

Middle East Countries: UAE

South African countries

South Korean countries

Africa: Kenya

South African Republic Countries

South American Countries

Southeast Asian Countries

South Africa

South Eastern South Pacific Nations

South & Southeast Asia Nations

In spite of some controversies, watermelon cultivation is still going well in the United States. Even though the growth of watermelon plants has slowed down, it’s difficult to grow this plant. Watermelon is considered to be a climate-friendly crop. But if watermelon needs water for irrigation, they need watermelon seedlings, otherwise, watermelon seedlings will die quickly and cannot survive for long. Therefore, the plant itself needs water (in most cases water that comes from the soil). Due to the fact that soil can’t contain water very well, watermelon seedlings need to find another place to go; they need to take root somewhere to stay for a while, and then they need to find new areas to sleep in. Also, watermelon is drought-sensitive, and therefore, watermelon seedlings cannot sustain themselves in harsh environments such as deserts or mountains. But after certain conditions, the watermelon seedlings can tolerate themselves in the harsh environment and become successful again. How Many Leaves Does Each Flower Have? Every leaf of watermelon has 25 leaves. They are very sturdy, therefore, watermelon leaves cannot be cut easily (except for a few leaves). These leaves are sometimes used to make paper towels or soap. Watermelon leaves are usually bigger than watermelon flowers. However, this kind of watermelon flower leaves is mostly used for decorative purposes, therefore, they look pretty. What Are The Benefits of Eating Them? Everyone knows how much watermelon looks tasty & nutritious; however, it has to be told a secret. People don’t know the real reason why people love watermelon. The main ingredient is citrulline which is found in watermelon leaves themselves. Citrulline is a carboxylate and amino acid derived from various amino acids in animals and plants. Citrulline can inhibit dehydration on the surface of watermelon leaves. It is important for watermelon leaves in order to keep their water levels stable, thus the name citrulline and watermelon. Moreover, citrulline is useful for controlling nausea and is useful for treating depression, stomach problems such as indigestion or heartburn, and can be a treatment for diarrhea. Furthermore, citrulline can stop and prevent kidney stones, and it can also help with weight loss as watermelon contains lots of citrullines. Also, it can regulate blood pressure and relieve inflammation in the muscles. Along with citrulline, watermelon has plenty of protein in it too, which helps your body to absorb watermelon better. Also, watermelon is rich in vitamin C and other vitamin E which all can help protect you against free radicals, which are harmful chemicals produced under the sun and air pollution. Besides, watermelon contains vitamins A, C, and E and thiamine which can help improve energy levels and promote brain function. All of those important nutrients will help to prevent obesity, diabetes, and other serious illnesses associated with excess weight and fat. Watermelon contains a large number of minerals, including iron, potassium, and manganese, which will prevent the accumulation of extra fat in the pancreas, liver, and other organs and therefore, the symptoms of cardiovascular diseases. It is better if you eat a little bit of watermelon each time you are suffering from stomach problems such as bad breath.