Watermelon Wellness: Enjoy the Fun
Find your fun this summer: whether hosting a dinner with friends, challenging your family to a carving contest or simply enjoying quality conversations in the backyard. Carve out moments of joy this summer – with watermelon!
Hostess with the Mostess
Tip: Feed a Crowd, Use the Whole Watermelon
Challenge: Carve Up Some Fun
Anyone up for a friendly competition?
Summer Wellness
![child with two watermelon triangular cuts held in front of mouth. Greenery in background](https://www.watermelon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/child-with-slices-fun-720x432.jpg)
Spending Time Outside?
Lycopene found in watermelon is studied for its protection from harmful UV rays.
![Man and woman, side-view, eating watermelon wedges (at beach)](https://www.watermelon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/eating-watermelon-on-beach-690885241-720x432.jpg)
Beat the Heat
Watermelon is 92% water, making it a delicious and easy way to hydrate.
![group of friends, three men, two women at outdoor picnic table wit red and white gingham tablecloth, eating watermelon wedges](https://www.watermelon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/group-friends-having-outdoor-lunch-eating-1343348936-720x432.jpg)
Immune Supporting
Watermelon is an excellent source of vitamin C (25% DV in a 2-cup serving).