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Is it bad to swallow a black watermelon seed?

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According to the National Institutes of Health, watermelon seeds are a safe, nutritious source of minerals like magnesium and iron. Despite the persistent childhood myth, swallowing a black watermelon seed is not bad for you, and it certainly won't lead to a plant sprouting in your stomach.