30/08/2022
Benefits of Watermelon for the Body
Contains Nutrients and Beneficial Plant Compounds
The next benefit of watermelon is that it contains nutrients and beneficial compounds.
Compared to other fruits, watermelon is one of the lowest calories at only 46 calories per cup (154 grams). That's lower than low-sugar fruits like berries.
One cup (154 grams) of watermelon also has many other nutrients, including the following vitamins and minerals:
Vitamin C: 21 percent of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
Vitamin A: 18 percent of the RDI
Potassium: 5 percent of the RDI
Magnesium: 4 percent of the RDI
Vitamins B1, B5 and B6: 3 percent of the RDI
