Water-healthy delight!

The triangular wedge of bright red and green fruit isn't just a summer special. It can be a great all-year snack as it is packed with nutrition, can hydrate a person and is also low-fat. The juicy fruit also has innumerable benefits. While it has beta-carotene, which acts as a powerful ally against many types of cancer, particularly colon cancer, the fruit is a great source of several vitamins. It has vitamin A, that induces better eye health, vitamin B6,vitamin C that can aid in building immunity and preventing  cell damage as well promoting healthy teeth and gums.  DID YOU KNOW?  A single watermelon gives 22 grams of carbs, 3 grams of protein and 5 per cent of your daily value of fiber.  COOKOUT IDEAS:  Combine watermelon, cucumber and cantaloupe for a summer salad. Puree watermelon and place in popsicle molds. Freeze until you have refreshing melon-pops.  QUICK-FIX  Watermelon refresher  Ingredients  Chunks of watermelon, seeds removed: 3 cups Lime juice: of one lime Lime peel: 1 tsp, shredded Cold water: 1 cup Salt: A dash Mint: for garnish  Method:  Blend the watermelon, lime juice and zest until very smooth. Add in the cold water and salt; cover and refrigerate. Serve over ice and garnish with watermelon wedges and mint.