We received this question from Mildred of Rockaway Beach Oregon, which asks is watermelon rind healthy for you? The answer is absolutely yes. In fact watermelon rind is healthier for you than the watermelon flesh, as it contains many more vitamins and minerals. It's simply an old wives' tale that watermelon rind is bad for you, or that it will upset your stomach. Recent scientific research has shown time and time again that you should eat your watermelon rind, minus the outer green skin of course, which actually can upset your stomach. So the next time you see someone eating watermelon rind and you offer them another fresh piece of watermelon, instead encourage them to eat the whole rind. It will only upset your stomach if you consume extremely large amounts of it, but such is the case with any fruit, even green apples for example. So spread the word as it's official, watermelon rind is good for you.
