The melon is considered, together with the watermelon, one of the fruits of the summer. It can be used in many different recipes. It is a vegetable rich in beta-carotene, which makes it a valid ally for those who love to tan in the summer.
Plus, it’s one of the sweetest and most thirst-quenching fruits we can find. In some cases the sugar component can even exceed 13%, while the amount of water reaches 90%.
In the composition of the melon, then, it is important to remember the presence of fiber, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and vitamins C and B3.
When to eat it
Despite being a fruit rich in sugars, it is often present in low-calorie diets due to its satiating power. The caloric intake provided by the melon is reduced, in fact 100 grams contain only 33 calories.
As recommended for watermelon in a previous article (see who) even the melon should not be consumed after a meal.
In fact, due to its high satiating power it could cause a sense of heaviness making digestion difficult. It would be preferable to consume it for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack, perhaps in combination with protein foods.
It sounds incredible but here’s how much melon you can eat per day to stay healthy
The consumption of melon is not recommended for those suffering from diseases such as diabetes or for those whose blood glucose values are above the limits. In addition, excessive consumption could worsen stomach ailments such as digestive difficulties and stomach acid.
As for how often to eat the melon, it may be answered that it is also possible to consume it every day. However, you will need to pay attention to the quantities.
An adequate portion of melon in order not to get heavy or to overdo it with sugars corresponds to about 150 grams per day. So, it sounds unbelievable but here’s how much cantaloupe you can eat per day to stay healthy.
How to eat it
The most classic way to consume melon is to combine it with raw ham.
90 grams of raw ham and about 4 slices of melon are the solution for a quick meal. A perfect lunch when you have little time and little desire to cook in the summer.
In addition, the melon can also become an excellent smoothie. It will be enough to combine 100 grams of melon with a jar of plain yogurt and two ice cubes to create a perfect smoothie.
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