Watermelon lovers can rejoice, for there is yet another reason to indulge themselves in this juicy seasonable dessert. According to recent clinical research, amino-acids contained in watermelon, such as L-citrulline, help blood vessels to dilate and has also been shown to counteract endothelial dysfunction and reduce blood pressure.

Despite popular belief that watermelon is made up of only water and sugar, watermelon is actually considered a nutrient dense food, a food that provides a high amount of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for a low amount of calories.

Watermelons have become synonymous with summer and picnics, and for good reason. Their refreshing quality and sweet taste help to combat the heat and also provide a guilt-free, low maintenance dessert for kids and adults alike to enjoy.

Along with cantaloupe and honeydew, watermelons are a member of the botanical family Cucurbitaceae. There are five common types of watermelon: seeded, seedless, mini (also known as personal), yellow and orange.