Carb Counts for Watermelon

Watermelon Nutritional Information

Watermelons are moderately high in sugar, but small amounts can be part of a low-carb diet. It is best to measure carefully, however, as a wedge of watermelon is often equal to several servings.

Carbohydrate and Fiber Counts for Watermelon

• ½ cup diced watermelon: 5.5 grams effective (net) carbohydrate, plus scant fiber and 23 calories

• 1 wedge watermelon (1/16 average watermelon; about 10 oz): 22 grams effective (net) carbohydrate, plus 1 gram fiber and 86 calories

Glycemic Index for Watermelon

One study of watermelon showed that the fruit had an average glycemic index of 72.

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Glycemic Load of Watermelon

• ½ cup of chopped watermelon: 1.5

• 1 wedge watermelon (1/16 average watermelon; about 10 oz): 6

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Health Benefits of Watermelons

Watermelon is a very good source of vitamin C and vitamin A. It is also an excellent source of lycopene.

Low-Carb Recipe with Watermelon:

• Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Mint

More Information About Watermelon at Calorie Count Plus.

_Sources:

Leroux, MarcusFoster-Powell, Kaye, Holt, Susanna and Brand-Miller, Janette. "International table of glycemic index and glycemic load values: 2002." American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Vol. 76, No. 1, 5-56, (2002).

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 20.