why celebrate international watermelon day on 3 august ?

every year on 3 august celebrate international watermelon day for all about celebrating this tasty and delicious fruit but why ?

Watermelon: A Refreshing Burst of Goodness  Watermelon, the quintessential summer treat, is more than just a juicy delight. This vibrant fruit is packed with nutrients, history, and surprising facts. Let’s dive into the world of watermelons.

•  Basic Information.

  1. Scientific Name:-  Citrullus lanatus.
  2. Family:- Cucurbitaceae, the same family as cucumbers, pumpkins, and squash.
  3. Origin:- Watermelons are believed to have originated in Africa, specifically in the Kalahari Desert region.
  4. Varieties:- There are over 1,200 varieties of watermelon worldwide, including seeded, seedless, mini, yellow, and orange.

• Watermelon is not just delicious; it’s also packed with essential nutrients like:

  * Vitamin A: Important for vision, immune function, and skin health.

  * Vitamin C: Boosts immunity and aids in collagen production.
  * Potassium: Essential for heart health and blood pressure regulation.
  * Lycopene Powerhouse: Watermelons are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart health and protection against certain cancers.
  

• Health Benefits and Nutritional Facts.

• Hydration:- Due to its high water content, watermelon helps keep you hydrated.

• Heart Health:- Lycopene in watermelons can help reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure, contributing to heart health.
• Skin and Hair:- Vitamins A and C are essential for healthy skin and hair.
• Digestion:- Watermelons contain fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes a healthy gut.
• Water Content:- Watermelons are composed of about 92% water, making them an excellent hydrating fruit.
• Calories:-  A 100-gram serving of watermelon contains approximately 30 calories.

There is some debate between the botanical and gardening community as to whether to classify watermelon as a vegetable or a fruit. Botanists all agree that watermelons are a fruit, while gardeners usually tend to believe that it is a vegetable given that it is closely related to the squash, gourd, and cucumber families.

• Cultural Significance:-

• Watermelon is an ancient food that is believed to have originated in tropical Africa. Historians have found evidence of watermelon cultivation as far back as 4000 years ago.
• China In China, watermelons are a popular gift to bring when visiting friends and family during the summer.

• Amazing Facts and interesting facts.

• Record-Breaking:- The heaviest watermelon on record weighed 350.5 pounds (159 kg) and was grown by Chris Kent of Sevierville, Tennessee, USA, in 2013.
• Festivals:- There are watermelon festivals held around the world, celebrating this delicious fruit. The Luling Watermelon Thump in Texas and the Hope Watermelon Festival in Arkansas are two notable examples.
• Seedless Watermelons:- Seedless watermelons are not genetically modified; they are hybrids created by crossing diploid and tetraploid watermelon plants.
• Astronauts’ Choice:- Watermelon was one of the fruits taken by astronauts on the space shuttle.
• Versatile Fruit: Beyond the sweet flesh, watermelon rind can be pickled or candied. Even the seeds are edible and offer nutritional benefits.
• Record-Breaking:- The heaviest watermelon on record weighed 350.5 pounds (159 kg) and was grown by Chris Kent of Sevierville, Tennessee, USA, in 2013.

• Fun Ways to Enjoy.

• All parts of the fruit are edible :- its flesh can be eaten as is, cooked or juiced. In many parts of the world, the rind or the thick green outer covering of the fruit is stewed, fried or pickled. In some parts of in the China, watermelon seeds are dried and roasted and enjoyed like nuts.
• Fruit Salad:- Add watermelon to your favorite fruit salad for a burst of sweetness.
• Different Colors:- While most watermelons have red or pink flesh, there are also varieties with orange, yellow, and even white flesh.
• Seed Spitting:- Watermelon seed spitting contests are a popular summer activity. The world record for the longest seed spit is over 75 feet (23 meters).

this reason by every year on 3 august celebrate international watermelon day for all about celebrating this tasty and delicious fruit.