These 5 Watermelon Facts Will Surprise You: Useful Tips About the Popular Berry

05.12.2023 09:01

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Today, watermelon can be found even in winter in large shopping centers, and its taste can be quite tolerable.

An interesting fact: in the American state of Oklahoma, watermelon was recognized as a vegetable.

It is also worth noting that even if you accidentally eat a few seeds, they will not harm the body in most cases.

Let's take a look at why you might want to consider eating watermelon in winter.

5 Interesting Facts About Watermelon

This information may surprise you.

  1. Watermelon rinds can be eaten. In some countries, they are pickled, fried, and stewed.
  2. Watermelon is 92% water. 6 kilograms contain up to 5.5 liters of liquid.
  3. Reduces cholesterol. The pulp is a source of beta-carotene, potassium and vitamins A, B6 and C.
  4. It does not keep for long. In the refrigerator it will keep for up to 5 days, and at room temperature it will last only a day.
  5. The peel can be of different colors. Green, blue, yellow and white.
Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor