Packed with vitamins A and C, cantaloupe has many health benefits, one being that it’s great for your skin! This light orange melon is delicious and offers ways to support your body, skin and overall health.
Benefits of Cantaloupe
According to Mayo Clinic, one cup of cantaloupe is 53 calories. It has 106% of the daily value for vitamin A and 95% of the daily value for vitamin C. Vitamin A can help reduce wrinkles and sagging, manage hyperpigmentation and sun damage and lessen the effects of acne, according to Healthline. The vitamin C hydrates, brightens, reduces redness and may reduce under-eye circles.
Cantaloupe also contains potassium and high amounts of water, which helps regulate blood pressure levels. In fact, many skincare companies like Drunk Elephant, Truly, Clarins and Cindy Crawford’s Meaningful Beauty skincare line use cantaloupe and other melon extracts in their products. Medical News Today also notes that cantaloupe can promote eye health, improve asthma, help with digestion and may help prevent cancer.
Choosing the Right Fruit
When purchasing cantaloupe, Healthline says the best melons can be found in the summer. The melon should be “symmetrical and [feel] slightly heavy” and be cream colored with “little to no green.” Cantaloupe can be eaten as a snack by itself, roasted or used in smoothies and salads. It may sound strange, but it’s actually great with prosciutto! You can also look for skincare products with cantaloupe listed as an ingredient to help your skin gain even more benefits from this fruit.
This week, add something sweet –– both in taste and for your health –– and try cantaloupe. It will leave you feeling healthy and satisfied!
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