Is Cantaloupe a Hot or Cooling Food? Benefits and Dietary Precautions Explained

Cantaloupe is a fairly common fruit in summer. In 2009, it was awarded the title of “China National Geographical Indication Product” by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, and it is a specialty of Xinjiang. Cantaloupe is sweet and tasty, and unlike other melon fruits, its texture is very crisp. As far back as ancient times in our country, cantaloupe had already become a sacred tribute offered by foreign peoples. So what are the benefits and effects of cantaloupe? What should cantaloupe not be eaten with? Is cantaloupe a hot or cooling fruit?

I. Benefits and Effects of Cantaloupe

1. Beauty and Skin Care

Cantaloupe seeds can be extracted through professional processes to make essential oil, which basically has a fruity scent. The essential oil extracted from cantaloupe seeds can beautify and nourish the skin, moisturize it, and keep the skin elastic and smooth. It also has a strong antioxidant effect. Applying one or two drops to the face each night may leave you glowing the next morning. Cantaloupe contains water-soluble vitamin C, which can delay the aging of the body.

2. Preventing UV Sunburn

This effect of cantaloupe is quite obscure, and the most effective type is mainly produced in Naomaohu, Hami, Xinjiang. This is because cantaloupe produced in this region can be stored for a longer time without spoiling. After research and investigation by various parties, it was found that after the juice of cantaloupe is concentrated and freeze-dried, it can be made into tablet preparations. People who need sun protection can achieve the effect by taking these tablet preparations. Cantaloupe from Naomaohu, Hami, Xinjiang contains high levels of antioxidant substances, which can provide resistance against ultraviolet rays.

3. Preventing Coronary Heart Disease

Cantaloupe can prevent coronary heart disease because it is rich in potassium, which allows the body to replenish nutrients in time and protect blood pressure.

4. Preventing Cancer

Cantaloupe can prevent cancer mainly because it contains vitamin B and vitamin C. Both vitamins can help people increase immunity and resist various infectious diseases. Cantaloupe also contains flavonoids. In addition to being well-known antioxidants, flavonoids can also prevent the occurrence of cancer.

II. What Should Cantaloupe Not Be Eaten With?

1. Cantaloupe should not be eaten with pork liver or pork stomach.

Pork liver and pork stomach both contain trace elements. When combined with cantaloupe, they can cause chemical reactions among trace components, damaging the intestines. People who eat them may experience symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, stomach pain, headache, dry heaving, and dizziness within a short time.

2. Cantaloupe should not be eaten with beef.

Cantaloupe should not be eaten with beef because it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Beef does not reduce internal heat, and eating them together can cause symptoms of diarrhea and stomachache.

III. Is Cantaloupe a Hot or Cooling Fruit?

Cantaloupe is a cooling fruit.

Cantaloupe has the effect of clearing heat and relieving summer heat. Eating more of it in summer can cool the body and reduce internal heat. Friends who are naturally prone to cold constitution are advised not to eat it chilled, so as to avoid excessive coldness bringing adverse effects.