The benefits of cantaloupe are so great for the health of the body. Besides being delicious and fresh, cantaloupe also has abundant nutritional content.
Not surprisingly, this fruit that you can easily find in traditional markets is always the best-selling fruit that is bought up during the month of Ramadan.
Based on nutritional and nutritional value information from US Department of Agriculture (USDA)in one cup of fresh cantaloupe (160 grams) contains about 55 calories which mainly come from carbohydrates.
There are 14 grams of total carbohydrates with 1.3 grams of fiber and 12.6 grams of naturally occurring sugars. Making cantaloupe as an iftar menu will provide many good benefits for the health of the body.
Restore body fluids
Lack of body fluids during fasting will have a negative impact on the body. In fact, when fasting, cases of mild dehydration are often found which are sufficient to cause weakness, headaches, dizziness or digestive problems.
For breaking the fast, in addition to drinking enough water, cantaloupe can be a useful choice because it contains more than 90 percent water. Moreover, this fruit is also a source of electrolytes and potassium.
Overcome digestive problems
Cantaloupe contains high fiber. Because it contains a lot of water, consuming cantaloupe when breaking your fast is also beneficial for your digestive health.
If digestion is smooth, then the body will be able to detoxify by removing toxins and helping the intestines digest food more smoothly.
Consuming cantaloupe which is high in fiber will also reduce the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes.
Lowers blood pressure
Naturally, cantaloupe is a fruit that is low in sodium but high in potassium. In addition, with just one cup of cantaloupe, you can get 251 milligrams of potassium.
The combination of high potassium and sodium is also very effective for reducing high blood pressure.
When breaking the fast, cantaloupe is the right choice and is healthy for the heart because it can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke.
Maintain skin health
Cantaloupe is a high source of carotenoids (organic plant pigments) which can reduce the risk of skin cancer.
Carotenoid pigments are able to prevent signs of aging on the skin including fine lines, discoloration, and wrinkles.
Maintain eye health
Cantaloupe contains a lot of vitamin A, so consuming it is very good for eye health. The same vitamins that carrots provide.
Vitamin A is also useful for the sense of sight. In fact, a lack of this vitamin can cause cataracts in the eye.
Tips for choosing a good cantaloupe
Here are some things you need to pay attention to when buying cantaloupe so that the benefits are maintained:
- Choose cantaloupe that are yellow to bright orange in color. Avoid choosing cantaloupe that is still green because that indicates that the cantaloupe is not fully ripe
- A good and ripe cantaloupe usually smells good
- Try squeezing the cantaloupe you choose. If it’s still firm, it’s likely that the fruit isn’t fully ripe yet. However, if it has a texture that is too soft when pressed, it is likely that the cantaloupe is overripe. Choose a cantaloupe that is in between. Not hard and not too soft
- Avoid cantaloupe that looks damaged because it can become a host for bacteria
- If you choose to buy the cantaloupe unripe, make sure you store it at room temperature for a few days first
To get maximum benefits, the benefits of cantaloupe will be better for the body if you consume it regularly. Including cantaloupe as an iftar menu is the perfect choice.
However, before you combine cantaloupe with other fruit mixtures for an iftar dish, don’t forget to clean it under running water, OK?
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