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Do watermelons have any health benefits? What makes watermelons healthy? What are health benefits of having watermelons? Samhita replied. Watermelon has a special cooling effect.It is an excellent source of vitamin C and a very good source of vitamin A, particularly through its concentration of beta-carotene. The antioxidants in it help reducing the severity of asthma. It also reduces the risk of colon cancer, asthma, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and prostate cancer.It is a good source of thiamin, potassium and magnesium which protect our body from so many diseases. It protects against macular degeneration. Priyanka replied. Watermelon is refreshing, thirst quenching fruit.It consists of 92% water and 8% sugar. watermelon keeps skin looking young and prevents sunburn and wrinkling. It also helps to reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases. It also help to improve sleep. It boosts energy levels and also quickens the healing process. It helps in the faster healing of wound and other skin problem. Spandan replied. watermelon is richest source of lycopene, an antioxidant that scavenges the UV-induced free radicals. Lycopene helps to reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases. It also contains vitamin B6 and magnesium in sufficient quantities. The fruit is packed with the amino acid citrulline, which the body converts to arginine. Arginine boosts nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels. Watermelon consists of 92% water and 8% sugar. so all these make watermelon a healthy choice. it is high in energy but low in calories so good for dieters also.