Cantaloupe and Lemon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Reduces stress
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Vomiting
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Indigestion
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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)
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
8.16 g
99+
9.30 g
99+
Fiber
0.90 g
37
2.80 g
22
Sugar
7.86 g
38
2.50 g
99+
Protein
0.84 g
34
1.10 g
21
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
169.00 mcg
4
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
23
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
39
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.73 mg
16
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.11 mg
99+
0.19 mg
34
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
23
0.08 mg
20
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
21.00 mcg
13
11.00 mcg
24
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
36.70 mg
21
53.00 mg
15
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.50 mcg
25
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
26.00 mcg
27
11.00 mcg
30
Choline
7.60 mg
13
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.19 g
34
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
267.00 mg
23
138.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.21 mg
99+
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
16.00 mg
7
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
26.00 mg
17
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.18 mg
15
0.06 mg
27
Phosphorus
15.00 mg
31
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.41 mg
8
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.41 mcg
12
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
46.00 mg
17
26.00 mg
23
Omega 6s
35.00 mg
99+
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Phytosterol
10.00 mg
8
Not Available
Water Content
90.15 g
11
88.98 g
15
Ash
0.65 g
18
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
34.00 kcal
20
29.00 kcal
24
Calories in Frozen Form
34.00 kcal
26
22.00 kcal
27
Calories in Dried Form
350.00 kcal
11
267.00 kcal
25
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
21.00 kcal
25
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
64.00 kcal
20
22.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Jam
365.00 kcal
4
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
316.00 kcal
15
285.00 kcal
24
Characteristics
Type
Melon
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Hales Best Jumbo, Sweet 'N Early Hybrid, Hearts of Gold, Ambrosia, Athena, Honey Bun Hybrid, Fastbreak and Superstar
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Creamy Orange
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Juicy, Musky, Sweet
Sour
Origin
Africa, India
China, India
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy
Well-drained
Soil pH
5-6.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Hot, Sunny
Facts
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.
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Iran, Romania, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
Citrus limon
Synonym
Cucumis melo var. reticulatus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Sapindales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Citrus
Species
C. melo
C. limon
Generic Group
Gourd
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Cantaloupe and Lemon
We might think that Cantaloupe and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cantaloupe and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cantaloupe and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Lemon with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Lemon 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 Lemon is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
