Yummy Watermelon!

Summer is in full swing!

So, that means lots and lots of yummy WATERMELON!

Yum Yum Yum!

There are so many reasons to love watermelon! Watermelon is packed with Vitamin C and heart-healthy Lycopene. Watermelon is actually the Lycopene leader in fresh produce. It has heart-healthy properties because it is naturally low in saturated fat, total fat and cholesterol. And a cup has only 40 calories!! So, you can eat this stuff up and not worry about your mid-section!!

Vitamins & Minerals
~ Watermelon Is Practically A Multivitamin Unto ItselfA 2-cup serving of watermelon is an excellent source of Vitamins A, B6 and C.
~ Vitamin A found in watermelon is important for optimal eye health.
~ Vitamin B6 found in watermelon is used by the body to manufacture brain chemicals (neurotransmitters), such as serotonin, melatonin and dopamine, which preliminary research shows may help the body cope with anxiety and panic.
~ Vitamin C in watermelons can help to bolster your immune system’s defenses against infections and viruses and is known to stimulate the immune system and protect against free radical damage.
~ Potassium. A two-cup serving of watermelon is also a source of potassium*, a mineral necessary for water balance and found inside of every cell. People with low potassium levels can experience muscle cramps. A two-cup serving has less than 10 percent of the daily reference value for potassium.

There is an awesome web site devoted solely to the Watermelon! You can find great recipes, information, fun activities for the kids, etc. Check out Watermelon.org for more information!