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Watermelon Facts:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Cup
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 46
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 2mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 12g
4%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 10g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A
18%
Vitamin C
21%
Calcium
1%
Iron
2%
Thiamin
3%
Riboflavin
2%
Niacin
1%
Vitamin B6
3%
Folate
1%
Pantothenic Acid
3%
Magenesium
4%
Phosphorus
2%
Potassium
5%
Zinc
1%
Copper
3%
Manganese
3%
Selenium
1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - 40
Additional Contents
- lutein
- lycopene
- flavonoids
- zeaxanthin
- carotenoids
- polyphenols
- phytosterols
- beta-carotene
- beta-cryptoxanthin
Potential Health Benefits
- increased cardiovascular disease protection
- powerful anti-cancer properties
- promote healthy skin and hair
- promote healthy vision
- hydration properties
Potential Athletic Benefits
- High fluid density to promote rapid hydration.
- Decrease recovery time and decrease muscle soreness when eaten before exercise.
- Promote lactic acid removal for increased athletic performance.
Glycemic Index Rank
72 out of 100
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| High Glycemic | more than 70 |
Food Sensitivity Rank
2 to 1 ratio
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| High for Fructose Sensitivity | more than 1 (fructose to glucose ratio) |
Watermelons contain high amounts of water and lycopene (a powerful phtyochemical known to help off cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and free radical formations). Because watermelons are high-glycemic they are best eaten during or just after exercise when the body can better metabolize the fast burning carbohydrates.
- Watermelon and Arterial Stiffness
- Watermelon and Cardioprotection
- Watermelon Consumption Increases Plasma Arginine Concentrations in Adults
- Watermelon Juice: Potential Functional Drink for Sore Muscle Relief in Athletes
- Consumption of Watermelon Juice Increases Plasma Concentrations of Lycopene and Beta-Carotene
749kcal/serving
phtyochemicals
Comprised of a large group of organic chemicals present in plant matter, phytochemicals are proven to be powerfully responsible for a large variety of health benefits. Consuming fruits and vegetables regularly everyday may save your life.
Sources include: USDA
***All-Body Fitness takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided above. Please contact a medical doctor or a registered dietitian for nutrition advice.
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