Melon is the juicy and fragrant fruit of a creeping plant with large leaves and yellow flowers. In addition to containing plenty of water, it is rich in vitamins A and C; it also contains iodine and chromium minerals. Cantaloupe melon has a high beta-carotene content; as its color becomes more orange, this ratio increases and it becomes much more beneficial for the skin. It is mentioned by many experts in skin renewal treatments.
Cantaloupe Melon Nutritional Values (100 gr)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Water | 86 g |
| Vitamin A | 784 IU |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg |
| Vitamin C | 32 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 0.6 mg |
| Calcium | 13 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Potassium | 309 mg |
| Magnesium | 13 mg |
| Sodium | 17 mg |
| Phosphorus | 23 mg |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg |
Melon Nutritional Values (100 gr)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g |
| Water | 92 g |
| Vitamin A | 27 IU |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.7 mg |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 30 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Biotin | 4 mcg |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus | 18 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
How to Consume?
Melon should be consumed fresh; its rind and seeds can also be utilized. It should not be eaten before fully ripening. It is not recommended for those with ulcers or digestive system inflammation; it may cause allergies in sensitive individuals. If melon is eaten before meals, its detoxifying and disease-relieving effects are strengthened.
Benefits
- Cools the body; acts as a diuretic and relieves constipation.
- Reduces complaints of rheumatism and hemorrhoids.
- Cleanses the kidneys; if eaten when kidney or bladder gravel is being passed, it relaxes the kidneys and invigorates the body.
- High consumption is recommended for urinary tract disorders.
- Its soothing effect provides comfort; it is good for insomnia.
- If its seeds are crushed, boiled, and drunk, they heal chest pain, cough, and chest cold. Swallowing 50 grams of seed powder with warm water also relieves cough.
- In liver diseases, boiling the seeds and drinking the water is beneficial. (A handful of seeds is boiled in two glasses of water until reduced by half; eating large seeds raw is more beneficial.)
- If the seeds are eaten, they are good for internal sores and act as a diuretic.
- If applied to burns, it alleviates pain and speeds up healing.
- If a piece of the rind is added while cooking meat, the meat cooks faster.
For Skin
Melon acts like natural hyaluronic acid; it moisturizes the skin and helps keep it fresh. It is effective in preventing skin sagging caused by environmental factors and smoking. If crushed, mixed with cold milk, and applied to the face, it moisturizes the skin; it is especially very beneficial for dry skin.
Warning: Those with ulcers or inflammation in the intestines, diabetics, and those with high blood pressure should not eat melon. Since cantaloupe melon has a high beta-carotene content, smokers should not consume it excessively; this melon also has a high sugar content.
