“As an antioxidant, lycopene helps neutralise harmful free radicals in the body, which can reduce oxidative stress and minimise cellular damage,” said Leema.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/cold-soup-summer-recipe-benefits-8657255/

Dark red watermelons do provide a bounty of lycopene; Jo Robinson (Eating on the Wild Side) advises us to keep our red watermelon on the counter (not in the frig) for several days in order to radically enhance the lypocene levels.

Source: https://www.recordherald.com/2023/09/08/late-summer-fruit-available-at-farmers-market/