Watermelon Juice Benefits: Hydration, Citrulline & Lycopene

What's in Watermelon Juice

Watermelon is over 90% water, with potassium, vitamin C, lycopene and the amino acid L-citrulline. Pomona Organic Watermelon Juice is one of the lightest juices we make: about 70 calories and 16g of natural sugar per bottle, 0g added.

1. Hydration

Watermelon juice is mostly water, plus potassium and a little natural sugar — a simple, real-fruit option for rehydrating in hot weather or after light exercise. For long, heavy sweat sessions you may need extra sodium too.

2. L-Citrulline and Circulation

Watermelon is one of the richest natural sources of L-citrulline, which the body converts to arginine and then to nitric oxide, a molecule that helps blood vessels relax. Research suggests citrulline may support healthy blood flow and blood pressure, though many studies use concentrated supplements.

3. Recovery After Exercise

A 2013 study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found athletes who drank watermelon juice before exercise reported less muscle soreness 24 hours later. It was a small study; see our watermelon juice for workouts article for details.

4. Lycopene

Watermelon's red color comes from lycopene, the same carotenoid found in tomatoes. Observational research links higher lycopene intake with better heart-health markers.

Choosing a Watermelon Juice

Many watermelon drinks add water, other juices or sugar. Pomona Organic Watermelon Juice is cold-pressed from USDA Organic watermelon only — never from concentrate, no added sugar, no electrolyte powders — in BPA-free glass.

FAQ

• Is watermelon juice good for you? — Yes — it's hydrating, relatively low in sugar for a juice, and supplies potassium, vitamin C, lycopene and L-citrulline.
• Is watermelon juice good for hydration? — It's over 90% water with potassium, making it a pleasant real-fruit option. Heavy sweaters may also need sodium.
• Does watermelon juice lower blood pressure? — Research suggests L-citrulline may support healthy blood pressure, mostly in supplement studies. Talk to your doctor about your own readings.
• How much watermelon juice should I drink? — 8 oz is a typical serving. Some exercise studies used around 16 oz.