It's hot as hell outside -- so here's how to cut a watermelon.

I'm going to pretend years haven't passed and I've been here writing prolifically the whole time.

So here's an entry based on this #Lifehack video mom sent: http://mom.me/lifestyle/20241-kitchen-hacks-best-way-cut-watermelon/

I watched it. And then felt old because (1) I had to rewatch it because I thought they'd just pulled a magic trick and (2) I questioned the cleanliness of the cutting board.

Incidentally, this is becoming more of a norm with my mom, where she sends videos that speak for themselves. I almost miss the good ol' days when I'd get a 10-minute scroller with footnotes in traditional Chinese.

But since this post is about watermelons, here are some fun facts about the fruit that is 92% water!

1. It's fat-free!
2. It's low in sodium!
3. Don't ask me about gluten if you don't want me asking you about your celiac disease.
4. It has high lycopene levels and that is a GOOD thing. Lycopene is a phytonutrient that (a) gives red veggies/fruits the red coloration or pigmentation, and (b) has been correlated with heart/bone health + cancer prevention, and (c) is a powerful antioxidant. The redder the better!
5. It's loaded with vitamin A & C (which helps out your skin and hair).
6. It helps you poop. I'm sorry, I mean it "keeps you regular."
7. It helps with muscle soreness if you drink watermelon juice before an intense workout because #aminoacids.
8. Oklahoma recognizes it as its official state fruit.
9. You can eat the entire thing!
10. It probably came to the United States from African slaves. How you like 'em watermelons with a side of shameful history...?

These facts were brought to you by Melania Trum...I mean Livescience.com. What, too soon?

Enjoy that yummy fruit!