Health & Beauty. delivery number 15: The Melon.

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Every day I will publish a fruit, vegetable or vegetable, highlighting its properties and benefits for health and beauty. In this way we will know more about the natural benefits that we can count on daily if we know more about the fruits, vegetables that we consume or that we see in the market and that we have not yet tested. In today's delivery I will talk about ...

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The melon, fruit of diuretic properties, is the product of the Cucumis melo plant, belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. The melon plant does not develop vertically, it is characterized by a creeping stem that reminds a bit of the pumpkin.

Like watermelon, it is a refreshing fruit characteristic of summer. Thanks to its nutrients is a fruit with few calories and with many beneficial properties for health, let's see which ones.

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Antioxidant:

Thanks to the presence of vitamin A, vitamin C and other antioxidant compounds it is able to counteract the harmful activity of free radicals. Studies confirm that antioxidants are able to counteract oxidative stress in the body.

Antitumor:

Melon, in addition to vitamins and minerals, is rich in other antioxidant compounds such as beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. These substances protect cells and DNA from oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Studies have shown that melon can be a valuable aid in the prevention of cancer of the colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreas. Research has shown that antioxidants and melon cucurbitacin cause apoptosis of cancer cells.

Heart health:

Diseases that affect the heart, including atherosclerosis, are often caused by high levels of inflammation. Many problems such as high cholesterol and hypertension begin with chronic inflammation. The cucurbitacin present in this fruit, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, are useful in the treatment of certain cardiac pathologies.

Circulation of blood:

The good percentage of potassium present in its pulp has beneficial effects on circulation and blood pressure. The blood circulation also benefits from another substance contained in the melon, adenosine. This compound seems to prevent the formation of blood clots. Therefore, it performs a preventive action against stroke, angina pectoris, heart attack.

Protect the View:

Thanks to the presence of vitamin A, the intake of melon helps to keep the eyes healthy. Vitamin A has a preventive function against macular degeneration, a typical pathology of old age. The melon also contains zeaxanthin, a carotenoid that is absorbed by the retina of the eye and provides protection against UV rays. Studies confirm that carotenoids help prevent the destructive processes that lead to retinal macular degeneration.

Strengthens bones:

The bones also benefit from the intake of melon. The abundance of phosphorus and calcium plays a protective activity against osteoporosis.

Antidepressant:

Thanks to the presence of vitamin B plays an active role in depressive states.

Immune system:

The carotenes and antioxidants in melon are useful to strengthen the immune system and prevent infections. In particular, beta-carotene has the greatest beneficial effect on the immune system. According to studies, beta-carotene improves the function of immune cells with the consequent beneficial effects also in the prevention of tumors.

Eliminate Parasites:

The seeds of raw melons and foods are useful to eliminate intestinal worms.

Pregnancy:

Thanks to the presence of folic acid is a fruit whose consumption is recommended for pregnant women. Studies confirmed that folic acid is a compound recommended for women who want to become pregnant as well as it benefits the fetus during pregnancy, since it prevents neural tube defects.

Nervous system:

It contains vitamin B6 that helps a better functioning of the nervous system. It is also especially useful for sleep disorders. Benefits for digestion. The melon stimulates the intestinal movements, which can be compromised by any digestive problem. Its mineral content helps to eliminate the excessive acidity of the organism, favoring digestion.

Power source:

It is a natural source of energy, not only for its natural sugar content, but also for its intake of vitamin B, which is necessary for the body to produce energy from carbohydrates.

Benefits for the kidneys:

The melon, due to its high water content, has a good diuretic power. It can help maintain the health of the kidneys. When combined with lemon juice, melon can help counteract gout. It is good to consume it regularly, in the morning, for a more beneficial action. It has a purifying action of the organism thanks to the minerals present in this fruit.

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Help to lose weight:

Melon can be a great help to lose weight. The high percentage of water combined with the presence of dietary fiber means that after eating the melon, there is a feeling of fullness. This decreases appetite significantly and in turn is diuretic, helping to eliminate toxins from the body.

Benefits the Skin:

In the case of dry skin, with the pulp of ripe melon, you can prepare a beauty mask. This helps to moisturize the skin to prevent dryness and wrinkles. The melon is also used in the cosmetic field for the preparation of beauty masks that can tone the skin and soften it.

The presence of beta-carotene in the melon stimulates the body to produce melanin, the main pigment of our skin therefore it favors tanning when we want to darken our skin a little.

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The melon is usually eaten raw as an appetizer or dessert, for breakfast or as a snack. Not everyone is aware of the fact that it is possible to cook the melon, to obtain compotes and jams. It can be used in the preparation of fruit salads, smoothies, ice creams and sorbets, excellent to enjoy during the summer season, as well as fruit juices. It is perfect for creating fruit skewers to serve as an appetizer. For an alternative recipe, you can subdivide it into cubes and try mixing it in slices of cucumber.

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