Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe is also called mush melons, muskmelons, Persian melons and rock melons which belong to the family Cucurbitaceae that includes watermelon and honeydew. It is widely grown in Europe and California. It weighs down from 500 g to 5 Kg (1 to 10 pounds). The seeds of Cantaloupe possess 30 to 35% of protein, 40-45% of fat, 8-10% of carbohydrate and minerals as well as fibers. It possesses omega-3 fatty acids such as oleic acid and linoleic acid. It also possesses the micronutrients such as potassium, selenium, zinc and copper. Cantaloupe seeds also contain high content of fat soluble vitamin E such as tocopherol.

HEALTH BENEFITS
Cantaloupe is a rich food source of vitamins A and C; Detoxifing and Healing power; Maintains blood pressure; Powerful antioxidant; Increases immune function; Stroke Prevention; Reduces frequency of migraine headaches; prevents constipation