Remember how as a child you would swallow a watermelon seed and people would scare you with the thought of a watermelon tree growing inside you? As you grew up, you did realize that it was a hoax but ...

Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Watermelon seeds are totally safe to eat ...

Few people make it through childhood without hearing the old wives' tale about someone growing a watermelon in their stomach after swallowing a seed. As we all grow up, we eventually accept that the ...

Nothing tastes like summer more than a crisp, juicy, refreshing bite of watermelon. It’s a staple of backyard barbecues and well-stocked at your local farmers' markets this time of year. And if you ...

Can you imagine a Fourth of July celebration without a cool and refreshing watermelon? It’s the quintessential American fruit. At least I think so. And it’s packed with nutrients too. But I have been ...

A registered dietitian explains the nutritional benefits of watermelon seed butter and how to incorporate it in your diet. There’s certainly no shortage of nut butters on the market, but brace ...

Watermelon seeds are gaining popularity as a nutritious addition to trail mixes and snacks. These seeds offer a good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential minerals like magnesium, iron, and ...