Weight loss specialist Dr. Pavel Isinbaev revealed the benefits of red and yellow watermelons (cantaloupe), and the vitamins contained in each of them.
“Although both products consist almost entirely of water, meaning they are low in calories, their health effects are different due to differences in their composition. For example, the protein concentration in yellow watermelon is almost twice that in red watermelon,” says the specialist.
According to him, watermelon contains a higher percentage of soluble dietary fiber, which, as a prebiotic, helps improve the digestive system's performance, and is rich in vitamins A, B1, and B5. Watermelon contains zinc, phosphorus, and some sodium, and is better for men and those with high blood pressure.
Yellow watermelon contains a lot of vitamins C, B6 and K, and its mineral composition is richer than red watermelon, as it contains iron, calcium, potassium and copper. Therefore, yellow watermelon may be beneficial for those who suffer from osteoporosis and iron deficiency.
He says: “Both products have a positive effect on the heart and blood pressure: yellow watermelon because it contains potassium and fiber, which reduces total cholesterol, and red watermelon because of the antioxidant lycopene and reduces “bad” cholesterol.