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SUMMER FRUIT MUSKMELON-HEALTH TIPS

  One of the best summer fruits is melon. There are 38 different types of melon. Among them, best melons are muskmelon and honeydew melon. Cantaloupe or Muskmelon is a type of melon belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Its scientific name is Cucumis melo var. 
  Muskmelon is rich in vitamins and minerals. Vitamin C and water-soluble vitamins are present in high amount. It also helps in weight loss as it is low in calories and high in fibre content. Vitamin A is beneficial for the eyes and rich in antioxidants benefit skin health. Presence of vitamin K beneficial for blood pressure.


  Both watermelon and muskmelon taste great and offer nutrition benefits. Watermelon contains a negligible amount of sodium, another hand muskmelon rich in vitamin C, fibre and sodium. Pregnant women and advice to have watermelon regularly which reduces the infamous pregnancy swelling and reduce morning sickness. The intake of muskmelon in moderation is good for pregnant women. Sometimes the strain of bacteria called listeria found on the outer peel of muskmelon harm pregnant women. So doctors ask them to avoid muskmelon due to this reason.
  Even though muskmelon helps the pregnant women in prevent tube defect, blood clot, improve immunity, prevent anaemia, develop the eyes of baby, regular the blood pressure and so on.

  Avoid taking cantaloupe in the empty stomach which make you trip to the bathroom much time. Mixing with other fruits like salads cause digestion problem as melons digest faster than other fruits.


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