Putting the Wow in Watermelon--The Health Benefits of that Juicy Summer Fruit

I remember eating a lot of watermelon when I was younger. Watermelon signified the start of the summer season, bbqs and long, lazy summer evenings.

I grew up eating a lot of fruits and vegetables and was lucky that my parents grew a lot of fresh vegetables. Watermelon has always been one of my favorite summer fruits.

Not only is watermelon a juicy, sweet summer fruit (especially when served chilled). Watermelon has high levels of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and lycopene. Lycopene is found in all red fruits and is an anti-oxidant (and can help prevent cancer).

The next time you bite into a big, juicy piece of watermelon remember the additional health benefits you're getting as you eat this delicious summer fruit.