Watermelon

Now that summer is in full swing in North America, people have been asking one of our favorite GMO questions again. Let’s clear up a… Read More »Is Watermelon Genetically Modified?

Over time, watermelons were bred to have different shapes, fewer seeds, more water and sugar, and that rich, red flesh. And they’re still evolving: we… Read More »How Did The Watermelon Change?

Paris says the true ancestor of the modern watermelon is indigenous to northeastern Africa: citrullus lanatus var. colocynthoides, known as gurum in Sudan and gurma… Read More »Which Watermelon Is Original?

It is important to note that Orange watermelons are not genetically modified and have been cultivated for thousands of years through seed collection and natural… Read More »Is Orange Watermelon Genetically Modified?

The green stripes should be a deep, dark green, while the pale stripes should be a creamy, light yellow. Additionally, you may want to choose… Read More »Should A Watermelon Be Light Or Dark Green?

It’s also a source of vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin B6. Seedless watermelon is not a genetically modified food; it is a result of… Read More »Are Watermelons Genetically Modified?

So what makes the inside colors different? Traditional watermelons get their signature pink hue from lycopene, the same antioxidant that makes tomatoes and grapefruits red.… Read More »Why Are Watermelons Pink Not Red?

Nothing evokes summer like fresh watermelon juice running down your chin. Capture the feeling of long summer days by tucking some watermelon into your freezer.… Read More »Can Watermelon Be Frozen For Later Use?

According to health experts, fruits like watermelon, mango and papaya are known to produce heat in the body and this excessive heat may affect the… Read More »Why Do People Soak Watermelons?

With some fruits, half or more is wasted when you throw away the seeds and peel, but you may be surprised to learn that you… Read More »Can You Eat A Whole Watermelon At Once?