Cantaloupe is a different species of melon of the cucumber family. It is eaten as dessert fruit, it can be made as a refreshing drink and salads.
Health Benefits:- Cantaloupe is very helpful in improving lung health for smokers.
- Cantaloupe is a Superfood for skin because just one serving (1/4 medium melon) is an excellent source of vitamins A and vitamin C. These vitamins encourages the skin cell turnover and supports the formation of collagen the connective tissues that give your skin its elasticity and youthful fullness.
- It is good for complexion and digestion.
- Cantaloupe has potassium. It helps in rebalancing the heartbeat and sends oxygen to the brain and regulates the body's water balance.
- It has high content of folate (folic acid), which prevents neural tube defects in infants.
Beneficial in the Following Illnesses- Fever
- High blood pressure
- Obesity
- Rheumatism
- Arthritis
- Disorders of the kidneys and bladder
- Constipation
- Abdominal and stomach gas
- Skin diseases
- Blood deficiencies
- May help prevent cancer in organs and glands with epithelial tissue due to its high Vitamin A content.
Nutritional Information:
Cantaloupe(160.00 grams) 56.00 calories
| Nutrient | Amount | Daily Value(%) | Nutrient Density |
| vitamin C | 67.52 mg | 112.5 | 36.2 |
| vitamin A | 5158.40 IU | 103.2 | 33.2 |
| potassium | 494.40 mg | 14.1 | 4.5 |
| vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 9.0 | 2.9 |
| folate | 27.20 mcg | 6.8 | 2.2 |
| dietary fiber | 1.28 g | 5.1 | 1.6 |
| vitamin B3 | 0.92 mg | 4.6 | 1.5 |
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