Globally watermelon is widely consumed, but in most places watermelon seeds are discarded.
In Asian and Middle Eastern countries, watermelon seeds are collected, dried and roasted for eating.
Watermelon seeds are also used in making soups or other beneficial products like watermelon seed oil,
watermelon seed tea and watermelon seed extract, etc.
Mineral and Vitamin content of watermelon seeds
Watermelon seeds are good source of vitamin B, Thiamin, niacin, folate. Watermelon seeds are rich in
minerals like Magnesium (139%), Manganese (87%), Phosphorus (82%), Zinc (74%), Iron (44%),
Potassium (20%) and Copper (37%). Watermelon seeds are also good source of dietary fibers which
are essential for healthy bowel movements and digestion.
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