Summer is calling, and that means we’re outside, we’re gathering, we’re grilling—invites to the cookout are on their way. So let’s have a word, shall we? Especially about the most glorious of summer’s gifts: fruit.
More specifically, fruit with seeds. Yes, seeds. The minor inconveniences that can disrupt the flow of eating. The ones that let you know what you’re eating is real, unbothered, and blessed by Mother Nature herself.
Here’s my PSA: No seed? No eat.
Why the Seed Matters
In America, we’ve been conditioned to believe that convenience is king. Supermarket shelves are lined with waxed, scentless produce. These items have been engineered for shelf life, not flavor. They’re not aimed at nutrition or your well-being.
Take a big whiff of those seedless lemons and oranges next time in the store. Smell anything? Probably not. That’s because they’re often genetically modified, then sealed with wax so they can survive long hauls in trucks and warehouses. Pretty to look at. Empty on the inside. (Like that ex you thought about texting last week.)
I have a personal campaign leading with fruits that should be seeded and are not. Nothing gets me more vexed than seedless watermelon.
Real watermelon—striped, juicy, seeded—is rich in:
- Vitamin C (immunity, y’all)
- Vitamin A (hello glowing skin)
- Lycopene (an antioxidant powerhouse)
- Potassium & Magnesium (hydration and muscle recovery)
And guess what else is nutrient-dense? The seeds. Those little black and sometimes white seeds are gifts. I eat them. Here’s why:
A handful of watermelon seeds provides:
- Magnesium – great for heart health, muscle function, and calming the nervous system
- Zinc – supports immune function and metabolism
- Healthy fats & protein – yes, those too
- Iron – especially helpful if you’re plant-based or low energy.
Try them. They are part of the package. Real food comes whole.
Shop Smart. Eat Seasonally.
I created a Seasonal Food Chart to guide you on what’s in season. It also shows what’s out of season and what’s been sitting in a crate for 1,200 miles. In summer, your best bet is local. Hit up farmers’ markets. Support the small shops, the corner stands, the mom and pop selling real produce out of their trucks.
So, Until the Fall…
Eat the fruit. With the seeds. While it’s in season. When September rolls around and those suspiciously perfect, seedless watermelons are still sitting pretty—walk away. Let them go. Let summer go. Your anticipation will make next year’s first bite hit even harder.
‘Til then—live deliciously, My Sweet.
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