The health benefits of eating watermelon this summer

London: Known as a body-healing fruit, watermelon is full of amazing health benefits, especially during the summer season. Because clearly, it is the best time to indulge in this fresh, succulent melon, as it has to offer an array of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. The fruit is incredibly hydrating, with up to 92 per cent water content, making it naturally low in fat.

If you eat watermelon on a daily basis, it can improve your cardiovascular health and protect your eyes and immune system.

Here are some reasons for you to bite into this summer fruit, right now.

Good for keeping flab away: Watermelon is extremely low in calories and can be consumed if you're aiming at weight-loss. One small cup of watermelon contains only about 80 calories.

Controls high blood pressure: The potassium, magnesium and amino acids present in watermelon work to maintain the health of blood vessels and ensure smooth blood flow. Watermelon also helps maintain acid-based balance in the body, which helps lower the risk of high blood pressure.

Boosts mood: Watermelon can also improve your mood because of the presence of vitamin B6--a crucial nutrient that is responsible for calming the nerves. The fruit also helps balance hormones, which can heavily affect your mood.

Improves eye health: Watermelon is a great source of vitamin A, which helps produce pigments in the retina of the eye, which protects age-related macular degeneration. Vitamin A also helps maintain healthy skin, teeth and mucus membrane.