Watermelon
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 25 kcal
Approximate exercise time to burn the 25 kcal in each 100g:
About Watermelon
Very high water content; a good summer-fruit reference.
Health Benefits of Watermelon
Over 90% water - natural hydration
Watermelon is over 92% water, among the highest of common fruit. A slice (~300g edible) is only ~75 kcal yet supplies over 250ml of water - refreshing and appetite-satisfying in the heat.
A quality lycopene source
Watermelon is one of the richest lycopene fruits, and its lycopene survives heat well. Ripe red flesh has clearly more lycopene than pale-flesh varieties. Unlike tomato (where cooking helps release lycopene), watermelon's lycopene is absorbed well eaten raw.
Cut watermelon - eat fresh
Large and hard to finish, cut watermelon left at room temperature over 2 hours multiplies bacteria quickly, especially in summer heat. Buy a size you'll finish, seal cut pieces in cling film, refrigerate immediately, and eat within 24 hours for safety.