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

Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair

Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff

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, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting

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, 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 g10.70 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

0.90 g1.60 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

7.86 g6.90 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.84 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.100.07

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

169.00 mcg58.00 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 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.73 mg0.20 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.11 mg0.26 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.05 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

21.00 mcg13.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

36.70 mg31.20 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg0.13 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.50 mcg0.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg1,419.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

26.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

7.60 mg7.70 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.19 g0.14 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

267.00 mg135.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.21 mg0.08 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

16.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

9.00 mg22.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

12.00 mg9.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.18 mg0.07 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

15.00 mg18.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.41 mg0.02 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.03 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.41 mcg0.10 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

46.00 mg8.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

35.00 mg29.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

10.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

90.15 g88.06 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.65 g0.36 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NANA

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

34.00 kcal42.00 kcal

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 kcal39.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

365.00 kcal250.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

316.00 kcal320.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Melon

Citrus, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

All seasons

4.3 Varieties

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

Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange

Pink, Red

4.6 Inside Color

Creamy Orange

Pink

4.7 Shape

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Succulent

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Musky, Sweet

Sweet, Tangy

4.10 Origin

Africa, India

Barbados

4.11 Grows on

Vines

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy

Loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-6.56-8

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Humid, 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.

Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.

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

Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Japan

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Spain

United States of America

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Citrus paradisi

6.2 Synonym

Cucumis melo var. reticulatus

Not Available

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. × paradisi

7.11 Generic Group

Gourd

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Cantaloupe and Pink Grapefruit

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Pink Grapefruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Pink Grapefruit 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 Pink Grapefruit is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.