4 Benefits Of Adding Salt To Watermelon

Healthshots By Aayushi Gupta Published June 6, 2024 Watermelon Watermelon

Putting salt on watermelon may enhance the flavour of the fruit but is it healthy? Here are 4 reasons why you should consider sprinkling a bit of salt on your watermelon before eating.

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Enhances Sweetness

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Salt reduces bitterness and heightens the natural sweetness of watermelon. This is because the presence of salt makes the sweetness stand out more.

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Improves Texture

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Apart from enhancing sweetness, adding salt to watermelon also improves the texture of the fruit. It brings all the liquid to the surface of the fruit, making it feel more juicy and satisfying.

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Balances Electrolytes

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Watermelon is already a hydrating fruit. But adding a pinch of salt can help replenish electrolytes, especially sodium, which you lose during exercise and summer heat.

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Nutrient Absorption

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Some nutrients in watermelon, such as lycopene, may be more easily absorbed with the presence of salt. It helps in the absorption of nutrients by influencing the digestive processes.

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6 signs you’re eating too much salt

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4 Benefits Of Adding Salt To Watermelon

Putting salt on watermelon may enhance the flavour of the fruit but is it healthy? Here are 4 reasons why you should consider sprinkling a bit of salt on your watermelon before eating.

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Enhances Sweetness

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Salt reduces bitterness and heightens the natural sweetness of watermelon. This is because the presence of salt makes the sweetness stand out more.

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Improves Texture

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Apart from enhancing sweetness, adding salt to watermelon also improves the texture of the fruit. It brings all the liquid to the surface of the fruit, making it feel more juicy and satisfying.

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Balances Electrolytes

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Watermelon is already a hydrating fruit. But adding a pinch of salt can help replenish electrolytes, especially sodium, which you lose during exercise and summer heat.

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Nutrient Absorption

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Some nutrients in watermelon, such as lycopene, may be more easily absorbed with the presence of salt. It helps in the absorption of nutrients by influencing the digestive processes.

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Type Of Salt To Use

Type Of Salt To Use

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How Much Salt Is Okay Per Day?

How Much Salt Is Okay Per Day?

6 signs you’re eating too much salt

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