Categories: FOOD

6 Surprising Health Benefits of Eating Watermelon

Helps you hydrate

You probably know that over 90 percent of a watermelon is water, so it’s important to consume it to keep your body hydrated. Also, a high-water content is one of the reasons that vegetables and fruits help you feel full.

 

Contains compounds that may help prevent cancer

Lycopene is a compound found in watermelon and it’s linked to a lower risk of some types of cancer. It appears to reduce cancer risk by lowering insulin-like growth factor (IGF), a protein involved in cell division. High IGF levels are linked to cancer.

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