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Cantaloupe is a fruit that is usually oval in shape, has a green skin, turns yellow-green when ripe, and has white veins interwoven like a net, so it is called a melon (referred to as a melon).
The flesh of the cantaloupe is usually orange-yellow, red-yellow, with a sweet taste. The total weight of the melon is about 1.5 - 3.5 kg.
Cantaloupe is native to Africa and India . The Egyptians were the first to grow this plant, at first the melon was small and less sweet, after time it has grown continuously until now, it has become a large and sweet fruit.
Cantaloupe provides a lot of provitamin A (β-carotene), vitamin C, nutrients such as vitamin E and folic acid, which are important antioxidants in human nutrition.
In 100g of cantaloupe contains:
Cantaloupe is rich in folate and B vitamins, which are essential for fetal development and prevent anemia. Lutein and zeaxanthin in cantaloupe are essential for healthy eyes, lack of lutein and zeaxanthin leads to macular degeneration and cataracts.
Cantaloupe is also rich in adenosine, which is very beneficial for the heart because it has blood-thinning properties. This prevents blood from clotting in the cardiovascular system. Vitamin C prevents hardening of the arteries, while folate helps prevent possible heart attacks.
Cantaloupe has many different vitamins, minerals and proteins but is low in calories and low in sugar, suitable for people with diabetes. The source of potassium in cantaloupe increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain to help you reduce stress, helping you feel more relaxed.
Cantaloupe is rich in vitamin C and vitamin A, which function to boost the immune system by stimulating white blood cells in the body. As a powerful antioxidant, vitamin C is also effective against free radicals in the body. These free radicals damage the skin and cause premature aging.
Cantaloupe is a source of polyphenol antioxidants, which are beneficial for cancer prevention and immune system enhancement.
Vitamin C in cantaloupe is effective in regulating the menstrual cycle and reducing menstrual cramps in women. Regular consumption of cantaloupe during menstruation can reduce blood flow and limit blood clotting significantly.
Eating cantaloupe in the morning helps the body detoxify and regulate better. Zeaxanthin in cantaloupe also works to protect the skin from UV rays. In addition, cantaloupe is also a food source of beta-carotene , folic acid , potassium, vitamin C and vitamin A to help you improve younger and healthier skin .
Reduce stress and treat insomnia
According to French researchers, in cantaloupe, the enzyme super oxid dismutase (SOD) helps improve signs of physical and mental stress by stimulating the body to produce antibodies, helping to reduce the rate of bad cholesterol.
In addition, Beta-carotene will convert to vitamin A, which is important for vision, skin and mucosa health, and improves insomnia.
Research published in 2010 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that cantaloupe compensates for people with vitamin B6 deficiency who are often at greater risk of inflammation in the body.
In addition, people lacking vitamin B6 easily experience stress, oxidation and reduced efficiency of metabolism, which can easily lead to diabetes and other diseases.
Fiber is beneficial for weight loss because it usually stays in your stomach longer than other foods and helps you feel full. This slow digestion prevents you from overeating.
Cantaloupe is beneficial for those who want to quit smoking , because the minerals and nutrients in cantaloupe help smokers effectively combat cravings and nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Moreover, cantaloupe helps the body to recover faster by replenishing the vitamin A lost by the body due to continuous smoking.
According to Oriental medicine, cantaloupe has welding properties, so it is easy to cause cold stomach for some subjects, especially women who are breastfeeding. In addition, those who need to limit eating cantaloupe to avoid wasting energy in the body are those who have a fever or have just recovered from the disease, women who have just given birth in the month.
According to Ms. Nhina Taranhenko - head of internal medicine department of Kiev hospital (Russia), people with liver and kidney diseases should not eat this fruit because it can make the disease worse.
Because cantaloupe is high in potassium, when your kidneys have problems it can't filter out the excess, which can lead to a serious condition called hyperkalemia.
According to Ms. Nhina Taranhenko, cantaloupe is also not a suitable food for those with chronic enteritis. Cantaloupe also contains a amount of fiber that will upset your weak intestines, causing diarrhea and difficulty digesting food.
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