Tuesday, June 26, 2007

Watermelon Facts ~



* The first recorded watermelon harvest occurred nearly 5,000 years ago in Egypt.

* Watermelon's official name is Citrullus lanatus of the botanical family Curcurbitacae and it is a vegetable. It is related to cucumbers, pumpkins and squash.

* To save space in the Fridge Square watermelons are being grown in southern Japan

* Watermelon is an ideal health food because it doesn't contain any fat or cholesterol, is high in fiber and vitamins A & C and is a good source of potassium.

* Every part of a watermelon is edible, even the seeds and rinds.

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