Watermelon is the fruit of the Citrullus lanatus plant. Famous for its sweet and refreshing taste, it is one of the protagonist fruits of summer with its diuretic properties, due to the very high water content inside it. It also has a fair amount of satiating power, thanks to the modest fiber content. It is a food that contributes to the amount of antioxidants that comes from the diet.

This is due to the content of vitamin C, lycopene and beta-carotene, which help counteract the excessive formation of free radicals. The benefits deriving from the consumption of this fruit are also due to the presence of minerals. The fruit provides a good quantity of potassium and is low in sodium, another combination that promotes the health of the cardiovascular system.