Did you know that Watermelon is a rich source of Lycopene, the same
phytochemical found in the tomato, which has been reported to be such
a healthy cancer-fighter? Many people think that a watermelon is just
sugar and water -- and while it is a sweet treat indeed, that melon
doesn't have all THAT much sugar in it. A cup of diced watermelon
contains only about 50 calories. It is about 90% water, as well.
Here are some tips from Spoofee.com about how to choose a terrific,
sweet watermelon this summer:
Summer is here and I always have a hard time picking a watermelon at
the groceries. I did a little research and here is what you should
watch for to get a sweet watermelon.
- Tap the watermelon with your knuckles and listen for a hollow
sound
- There should be little color contrast between the green stripes
- The end should be going from white to light yellow
- Press your thumbs into the skin from all angles. It should be
hard all around.
Enjoy a great, healthy watermelon this weekend!
For additional watermelon links, Google "Sham vs. Wham: The Health
Insider"
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