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Although one in 10 American women age 45 to 64 years has some degree or type of heart disease,
the good news is that certain risk factors can be controlled: not smoking, engaging in
regular exercise, and enjoying heart-healthy foods can all help to avert heart disease.
Certain fruits, vegetables and whole grains are of particular benefit to the heart because
they are rich sources of protective nutrients.
There are many of the nutrients found in watermelon:
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Vitamin A (25%)
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Vitamin B6 (6%)
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Vitamin C (30%)
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Thiamine (6%)
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Magnesium (6%)
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Potassium (8%)
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This nutritous makeup of watermelon helps lay the groundwork for a healthy
lifestyle! Enjoy watermelon year-round, at any or every meal of the day!
Recent statistics indicate that the prevalence of obesity which can lead to
diabetes, is higher for women than for men. Eating highly nutritious, filling
foods such as watermelon provides satisfaction as well as a wide array of
essential vitamins and minerals.
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