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Nutrition : Watermelon
 
Watermelon
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Honeydew

...No cholesterol and virtually no fat

...Good source of water (watermelon is 92% H2O)

...In addition to containing Citrulline, watermelon is the Lycopene leader among fruits and vegetables

LYCOPENE: a red pigment which gives watermelon its color; rich in antioxidants, which are known to prevent cancer

...7.4 mg of lycopene/1 cup serving

...Lowers risk of prostate, uterine, and esophageal tumors

CITRULLINE: an amino acid that has both antioxidant and vasodilatation roles

...Highest amongst watermelons of the seedless variety

...Declared one of the best foods for cardiovascular health by the American Heart Association

...Excellent source of potassium and vitamins A, C, and B6

  WATERMELON (one cup)

  Amount Optimal Daily Intake Percent Daily Value (DV%)
Vitamin A 556.32 IU 5011.89 IU 11.1%
Vitamin B-1 (Thiamin) .12 mg 1.5 mg 8%
Vitamin B-6 .22 mg 2 mg 11%
Vitamin C 14.59 mg 60.04 mg 24.3%


Sources:
http://www.whfoods.com
http://www.nutritiondata.com
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