Tag: Watermelon

Salt on fruit is by no means only a Southern tradition. Watermelon has always been a precious commodity in Japan, where they also share a long history of salt products paired with watermelon. Why do Japanese eat watermelon with salt? Firstly, salt increases the already sweet taste of the fruit. Apparently adding salt to something […]

Eating melons that have been contaminated with harmful bacteria can make you sick. Contaminated melons have been linked to cases of food poisoning caused by Salmonella bacteria. Can you get food poisoning from fruit? Eating fresh produce provides important health benefits, but sometimes raw fruits and vegetables may cause food poisoning from harmful germs such […]

We observed a low prevalence of natural E. coli on the surfaces of the watermelon fruits (S1 Appendix). Out of 25 watermelons, 10 were positive for E. coli with five upper half and six lower half positive samples. Does E coli live on watermelon? Our study demonstrated that die-off of E. coli does occur on […]

Tips for Storing Watermelon Safely If watermelon pieces sit out at room temperature for longer than two hours, be sure to discard them. To be eaten within three to five days (the sooner you eat it, the better!) How long can watermelon sit out before going bad? A whole watermelon keeps for about a week […]

Other useful fruits include watermelon and grapes. Citrus fruits can help testosterone production as well as reducing the hormones that make testosterone less effective. Does watermelon increase testosterone? While there is zero evidence abou watermelon having any effect on male performance, the notion of citrulline increasing arginine levels is correct. That was shown in a […]

This summer fruit is a powerhouse of nutrition. Some studies point out that watermelon benefits for men may include a better sex life and improved prostate health. These effects may be due to its high content of citrulline, arginine and lycopene. What does watermelon does to a man? Good for prostate protection Chow down on […]

People with serious hyperkalemia, or too much potassium in their blood, should probably not consume more than about one cup of watermelon a day, which has less than 140 mg of potassium. When should you not eat watermelon? It is recommended to not consume watermelons at night right before going to bed. “I would not […]

Some of the most common watermelon allergy symptoms include: persistent coughing. Is watermelon good during cough? Not only will watermelon give you those extra fluids you need to get better, as well as being a delicious source of extra vitamins, but it contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps with the prevention of illness, reducing […]

My favorite fruit is watermelon because of its juicy, rich taste. Watermelon is not only yummy, but it also benefits your health in many ways. First of all, it relieves sore muscles. L- citrulline is the natural juice in the watermelon that soothes the sore muscles. Why watermelon is the best fruit? Healthier Heart Watermelon […]

Each bite of watermelon contains about 92 percent water and 6 percent sugar. Since it consists mostly of water, its name makes perfect sense! Despite being mostly water with a bit of sugar, watermelon is considered a very healthy snack. Its high water content helps keep you hydrated. Is water actually in watermelon? Watermelon hydrates […]

Can you eat watermelon seeds safely? The short answer is yes, and you don’t even have to worry that a watermelon will start growing in your stomach. You can eat watermelon seeds raw, straight from the fruit. They’re nontoxic, and the seeds won’t be able to grow in your stomach acid. What happens if you […]

seedless watermelon. The difference between the two is that while traditional, seeded watermelon contains hard black seeds, seedless watermelon has been bred to produce very soft and pliant edible seeds. Which watermelon is seedless? Seedless melons are referred to as triploid melons while ordinary seeded watermelons are called diploid melons, meaning, that a typical watermelon […]

These colors indicate the watermelon is healthy. If your watermelon is a different color (black, for instance), do not eat it. Different varieties of watermelon have different internal appearances. Desert King, Tendergold, Yellow Baby, and Yellow Doll watermelons have yellow or orange flesh. Are orange watermelons safe to eat? Melissa’s orange watermelons are great for […]

Watermelon is loaded with vitamin C, which instantly adds radiance to your skin. The grainy particles present in the fruit helps gently exfoliate the skin, while hydrating it as well. You can apply a spoonful of mashed watermelon to your skin, to naturally scrub off any dead skin cells present. Is rubbing watermelon on your […]

07/9It’s high on sugar Before you go raving about this sweet summer essential, do remember that it’s loaded with a lot of sugar (even if natural). Sugar is best avoided at night and can even promote weight gain, which is something nobody wants. Is it OK to eat watermelon before bed? There are plenty of […]

Blueberries, bananas, watermelon, pears, papaya, and apricots are generally “safe” fruits that should not irritate the bladder. Is watermelon good for the bladder? Watermelon clears heat and dampness from the Urinary Bladder channel by promoting urination to relieve the symptoms of UTIs. Can watermelon cause urinary problems? Watermelon is a natural diuretic which helps increase […]

What is an All Sweet watermelon? All Sweet is a direct descendant of the Crimson Sweet watermelon, and it may very well be what you picture when you’re asked to imagine a watermelon. All Sweet watermelon plants produce big fruits, usually measuring 17 to 19 inches (43-48 cm.) long and 7 inches (18 cm.) What […]

Before it was fully domesticated, that placenta lacked the high amounts of lycopene that give it the red color. Through hundreds of years of domestication, we’ve modified smaller watermelons with a white interior into the larger, lycopene-loaded versions we know today. What color was the original watermelon? pinkTraditional watermelons get their signature pink hue from […]

Try low-sugar fruits: Fruits are highly recommended as part of a healthy diet, but some fruits have more sugar than others. If you’re concerned about your overall sugar intake due to NAFLD, try focusing on low-sugar fruit options such as berries and melons. Is watermelon good for fatty liver disease? The citrulline, an essential amino […]

Cut melon into wedges or chunks. There’s no wrong way to eat watermelon. The most classic way is to slice it into hand-held pieces and eat it right down to the rind, but cutting up melon into chunks and eating with skewers or a fork is also perfectly delicious. Place the clean, dry melon on […]