Emma Miller
Melon contains a large amount of fructose, so it is more beneficial than watermelon for patients with diabetes and people who are losing weight. The melon season has already begun. So far, they are not very cheap, but in August they will become more affordable. Nutritionist and nutritionist Elena Cullen spoke about the benefits and harms of melon, how to choose a delicious melon, and how many pieces you can eat per day.
Melon – benefits
Melon supports the immune system due to its high vitamin C content. It also contains a lot of B6, K, potassium, and copper. Eating melon helps to lower blood pressure, according to Dr. Peter.
In addition, melon is the number one dessert for those who want to stay slim and sexy.
“The thing is that melon contains silicon. This element has a beneficial effect on the skin and eliminates acne and wrinkles. And the more satisfied we are with our appearance, the sexier we look in the eyes of our partner,” says Kalen.
How to choose a melon
The surface of a ripe melon should be evenly colored and have no bright veins. The peel should spring when pressed. If there are fingerprints on the melon, you should not pick it – it is overripe.
The stalk of the melon should be dry and thick, and if you click on the melon with your finger, unlike a watermelon, the sound should be dull, not sonorous.
How much melon can you eat per day?
Melon contains a large amount of fructose, so it is more useful than watermelon for patients with diabetes and people who are losing weight. Although the glycemic index of melon is lower than that of watermelon, this does not mean that you can eat it in unlimited quantities.
If you eat half a melon at once, your blood sugar level will rise sharply, which is quite capable of being stored in your body as fat. Only one or two slices of melon can be considered a safe “dose”. But you need to eat them properly.
The expert explained that melon should not be eaten immediately after a meal, but only 1.5 hours after lunch or dinner. Melon should not be eaten with other foods. It contains a lot of fiber and fructose, so in case of an unsuccessful combination, bloating and other problems with the gastrointestinal tract are likely to occur.
Alcohol is also not the best companion for melon.
Who should not eat melon?
The melon should be excluded from the diet of those who have peptic ulcer disease, exacerbation of gastritis, acute pancreatitis, or cholecystitis.
Melon can also aggravate intestinal problems, as it acts as a laxative. Melon also contains allergens that can cause hives, swelling, and shortness of breath.
