Cantaloupe

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Cantaloupe

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Reduces stress

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Bloating, Indigestion

Allergic reaction

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

8.16 g15.90 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

0.90 g6.50 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

7.86 g9.36 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.84 g1.88 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.100.12

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

169.00 mcg15.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.09 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.73 mg0.43 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.11 mg0.21 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.04 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

21.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

36.70 mg43.90 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg0.15 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.50 mcg0.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

26.00 mcg129.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

7.60 mg8.40 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.19 g0.86 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

267.00 mg486.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.21 mg0.86 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

16.00 mg10.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

9.00 mg62.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

12.00 mg20.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.18 mg0.17 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

15.00 mg19.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.41 mg0.14 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.10 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.41 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

46.00 mg47.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

35.00 mg124.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

10.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

90.15 g80.80 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.65 g0.50 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA71.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

34.00 kcalNA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

34.00 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

350.00 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

64.00 kcal130.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

365.00 kcal245.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

316.00 kcal392.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Melon

Citrus

4.2 Season

Summer

Autumn, Winter

4.3 Varieties

Hales Best Jumbo, Sweet 'N Early Hybrid, Hearts of Gold, Ambrosia, Athena, Honey Bun Hybrid, Fastbreak and Superstar

Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange

Orange, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Creamy Orange

Orange

4.7 Shape

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Musky, Sweet

Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Africa, India

China

4.11 Grows on

Vines

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy

Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-6.56-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Cold, Warm

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Cantaloupe is known as rock-melon in some parts of the world.
Christopher columbus first introduced cantaloupes to north america in 1494.
The name 'Cantaloupe' as it is cultivated in papal gardens of cantaloupes, Italy.

The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Iran, Romania, Turkey, United States of America

Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

United Kingdom

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Spain

China

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Citrus japonica

6.2 Synonym

Cucumis melo var. reticulatus

Fortunella margarita

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Cucurbitales

Sapindales

7.8 Family

Cucurbitaceae

Rutaceae

7.9 Genus

Cucumis

Citrus

7.10 Species

C. melo

C. japonica

7.11 Generic Group

Gourd

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Cantaloupe and Kumquat

We might think that Cantaloupe and Kumquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cantaloupe and Kumquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cantaloupe and Kumquat is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Kumquat with peel is Not Available and 71.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Kumquat belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cantaloupe and Kumquat is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.