Many benefits of watermelon - a juicy dish on summer days

(Dan Tri) - Watermelon is a familiar cooling fruit in the summer, with 92% of its composition being water. This is also a fruit rich in micronutrients that bring many health benefits.

Watermelon is not only a juicy fruit, the perfect thirst quencher for hot summer days but also brings many benefits to our bodies.

Helps you stay hydrated

Staying hydrated is very important to keep your body healthy.

Regulation of body temperature, maintenance of organ function, and delivery of nutrients to cells all depend on adequate water intake.

Watermelon provides the body with many nutrients and water (Illustration: Getty).

Eating foods with a high water content can help your body get the water it needs to function properly. Since watermelon is mostly water, it can be a great choice to help you stay hydrated on a daily basis.

Rich in nutrients

Watermelon is packed with nutrients, including potassium, magnesium, vitamins A and C. What's more, watermelon is high in citrulline, an amino acid that may improve exercise performance.

Additionally, watermelon is loaded with antioxidants, including vitamin C, carotenoids, lycopene, and cucurbitacin E, all of which are essential antioxidants that benefit your body.

It is not difficult to find watermelon at the support stations in running races in Vietnam, because just a few pieces of cool watermelon can help participants quench their thirst, quickly replenish energy and stay awake to continue the race.

Support digestion

Watermelon contains a lot of water and a small amount of fiber, both of which are essential for a healthy digestive system. Fiber helps keep your bowels working properly, while water helps move waste through your digestive tract.

Good for bones and joints

Watermelon also contains many anti-inflammatory substances, so this fruit is very beneficial for your bone and joint health.

This fruit contains a natural pigment called beta-cryptoxanthin, which may protect your joints from inflammation. Some studies have even shown that consuming this fruit can reduce inflammation over time. This may help protect you from conditions like osteoporosis or arthritis.

May relieve muscle aches and pains

Citrulline, an amino acid found in watermelon, may offer benefits for athletes including improved exercise performance and reduced muscle soreness.

One review found that regular citrulline supplementation for as little as 7 days improved aerobic performance by increasing the body's production of nitric oxide, which dilates blood vessels so the heart doesn't have to work as hard to pump blood throughout the body.

With 92% water content, watermelon is not only a fruit that helps quench thirst quickly but also a "super food" rich in nutrients.

However, experts warn that excessive consumption can also cause high blood sugar, especially if watermelon is eaten alone in large quantities.

So, consider pairing watermelon with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of almonds or unsweetened yogurt.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/nhieu-loi-ich-cua-dua-hau-mon-an-mong-nuoc-trong-ngay-he-20250807065946120.htm