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Watermelon: A super food which is a rich source of lycopene.

What is that red pigment in watermelon? It is from lycopene, a carotenoid holding antioxidant properties which may help prevent heart disease, some types of cancer and which may support prostate health. And in the case of most watermelons, lycopene content is high. Unseeded watermelons tend to contain more lycopene than seeded watermelons.

Watermelon, This Super Foods Other Health Related Benefits

- Watermelon is super low in calories - about 50 calories a cup.

- Watermelon contains zero cholesterol and is ultra low in fat & sodium.

- Vitamin C, Vitamin A & beta-carotene are embedded within this super food as well a bit of fiber.

Serving Suggestion for Watermelon, The Super Food

Delicious in tropical-themed salads such as our Aloha Watermelon Chicken Salad Below.

Aloha Watermelon Chicken Salad, a low calorie, low fat watermelon recipe

Simply mix the following and drizzle with a light fruit-based salad dressing such as Ken's Raspberry Walnut salad dressing:

- 1/2 cup of roasted chicken

- 1 cup of cubed seeded watermelon

- 2 cups of raw baby spinach

- 1 teaspoon of golden raisins

Serves one for about 230 calories, including the light dressing.

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