China Consumes 70% of Global Watermelons: Discover the 70 Million Ton Appetite

Sunita Somvanshi

On Weibo, the topic "Chinese People Eat 70% of the World's Watermelons" has become a sensation.

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Chinese watermelon consumption hits a staggering 70 million tons annually.

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This accounts for 84.5% of the total production from major watermelon-producing countries.

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Chinese consumers devour both domestically produced and imported watermelons.

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Experts note watermelons' cooling properties make them a summer favorite.

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Health benefits include reducing thirst, lowering blood pressure, and improving skin elasticity.

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Those with renal insufficiency should limit watermelon intake due to potential health risks.

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China's watermelon production has slightly declined over recent years, impacting global supply.

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This accounts for 84.5% of the total production from major watermelon-producing countries.

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