Is Cantaloupe Bad For You?
Also Known As: mush melon, rock melon, sweet melon, honeydew, Persian melon, muskmelon
Short answer
Cantaloupe is great for you! It provides your body with many vitamins necessary for good health.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
There is something so satisfying about biting into a fresh slice of cantaloupe, and its juiciness and subtle sweetness will undoubtedly have you reaching for more. It’s a good thing too—this fruit is packed with nutrients that will help you live a healthier life.
Cantaloupe, along with other orange fruits and vegetables, is a fantastic source of beta-carotene. Your body converts this to vitamin A, which can help protect against and decrease the likelihood of certain cancers, arthritis, and macular degeneration. Cantaloupe is also a fantastic source of vitamin C, which can strengthen the immune system and fight against cardiovascular disease. In addition, the fiber content helps keep your bowel movements regular, the potassium protects against hypertension, and choline helps reduce inflammation. Not to mention the high water content keeps you nicely hydrated, especially during those summer months!
Unfortunately, the grooves in the rough exterior of the fruit are an ideal place for bacteria to grow. While it does not happen often, there have been some cases of cantaloupes being contaminated by their processing equipment. To avoid contamination in your home, ensure that knives and cutting boards are properly cleaned before chopping the fruit, so bacteria do not transfer over. Also, cantaloupe should be refrigerated once cut into, and kept no longer than a week.
Don’t let a few poor batches deter you from enjoying this superfood, though. It is absolutely packed with nutrients that will keep your body in fighting form. Try some for a healthy dessert tonight!
Ingredients to be aware of
- while not an inherent part of the cantaloupe melon, bacterial contaminants (such as listeria and salmonella) can sometimes be found on the fruit
Benefits
- increased regularity
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increased immunity
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keeps you hydrated
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decreased risk of:
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metabolic syndrome
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stroke
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cardiovascular disease
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some forms of cancers
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arthritis
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macular degeneration
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Written by Healthy Living 35
Published on: 01-07-2016
Last updated: 12-10-2016
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