Serving Size: 1 cup raw (136g)
Rich in dietary nitrates, which the body converts to nitric oxide, potentially supporting healthy blood pressure and exercise performance.
An excellent source of folate, providing over a third of the daily value per cup for cell growth and DNA synthesis.
Contains betalains, unique pigment compounds with studied antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
A good source of manganese, essential for bone health, metabolism, and antioxidant enzyme function.
Provides fiber and iron, supporting digestive regularity and oxygen transport in the blood.
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GI measures how fast a food raises blood sugar.
Tells you how big that rise actually is once portion size is factored in.
Watermelon has a high GI (it digests quickly) but a low GL because a normal serving doesn’t
contain many carbs so the actual blood-sugar impact is small.
Understanding both GI and GL gives you a clearer picture of how foods affect your blood sugar both the speed of the rise and the true impact based on the portion you eat.