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When you crack open a watermelon, you’ll usually find watermelon seeds inside. Watermelon is native to Africa but is now grown in many tropical and temperate climates. Lots of people discard watermelon seeds, but they actually have many health benefits.
Watermelon seeds are a source of B vitamins, potassium and zinc. You can roast the seeds or use them to make watermelon seed oil. If you soak the seeds in water, they’ll grow sprouts that you can use to make watermelon seed butter.
“Homemade watermelon seed butter is high in protein and full of monosaturated fat,” says Sarah, a registered dietician. “Spread it on some toast and you’ll have a really healthy snack or breakfast.”