Watermelon contains lycopene, an antioxidant that helps reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases
Eating watermelon provides potassium, which helps the brain tell muscles when to move, and helps maintain a healthy blood pressure.
Seeded watermelon are round to oblong and weigh from 15 to 45 pounds. The flesh is generally red with black seeds.
Seedless watermelon have become the most common type available. They weigh 10 to 25 pounds. The flesh is generally red but yellow, orange and white are available. They may have soft, edible white seed coats but rarely contain seeds.