Today Is National Watermelon Day – In-Home Therapy Community Article By Kara Welke

Aug 2, 2022 | Specialty

What are some benefits of watermelon?

  • Watermelon contains potassium, magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and is low in calories!

  • The nutrients in watermelon may support heart health.

  • A variety of plant compounds in watermelon potentially have anti-cancer effects.

  • Increases hydration

  • Helps relieve muscle soreness, prevent macular degeneration, and reduce inflammation

  • Helps with skin health

  • Increases digestion

Grab some watermelon and start reaping the benefits!!

Resource Utilized:

Jennings, K.-A., & Hallal, F. (2021, November 8). Top 9 health benefits of eating watermelon. Healthline. Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/watermelon-health-benefits#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2