This food holiday in the USA celebrates a favorite summer fruit.

Made up of 92% water, watermelon also has generous amounts of vitamins A, B-6 and C.

This a good day to enjoy this refreshing and hydrating summer fruit — sliced, juiced, or added to salads or smoothies.

Native to Southern Africa, watermelon has been enjoyed since the time of the Egyptian pharaohs and cultivated for at least 4,000 years.

Look for watermelon at your local farmer’s market, slice some up and eat fresh or add to a fruit salad.