{"id":483106,"date":"2023-08-03T11:32:08","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T06:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apnlive.com\/?p=483106"},"modified":"2023-08-03T11:32:12","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T06:02:12","slug":"national-watermelon-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/apnlive.com\/lifestyle\/national-watermelon-day\/","title":{"rendered":"National Watermelon Day: Dig into a slice, make a smoothie or put together a fruit salad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The concept behind National Watermelon Day is straightforward and delightful \u2013 it’s a day dedicated to celebrating the deliciousness of this fruit enjoyed worldwide. Watermelon not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers numerous nutritional benefits, making it guilt-free to indulge in as much as you desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the many advantages of eating watermelon is its remarkable ability to keep your body hydrated, making it especially beneficial for those who aren’t fond of drinking plain water. With its high water content, watermelon provides a substantial dose of hydration with each juicy bite. Surprisingly, this fruit is composed of 92 percent water! Furthermore, the combination of fiber and water in watermelon contributes to a feeling of fullness, making it satisfying without adding excessive calories to your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watermelon is a treasure trove of valuable plant compounds and nutrients, despite being one of the lowest-calorie fruits. It delivers three percent of the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) for vitamins B6, B5, and B1, four percent of RDI for magnesium, five percent of RDI for potassium, 18 percent of RDI for vitamin A, and an impressive 21 percent of RDI for vitamin C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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National Watermelon Day is celebrated on August 3, honoring the delicious fruit with a long history dating back to Ancient Egypt. #nationalwatermelonday<\/a> #watermelon<\/a> #fruit<\/a> #melon<\/a> #fruits<\/a> #watermelonday<\/a> #watermelonjuice<\/a> #summertime<\/a> #watermelons<\/a> #watermelonlove<\/a> #newtum<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/8zMgimPEYr<\/a><\/p>— Newtum Solutions (@NewtumSolutions) August 3, 2023<\/a><\/blockquote>