Melon

Melon is one of the agricultural products our company produces and promotes during the summer months.

It is cultivated on more than 200 acres. Its availability starts at the end of June and ends at the end of August.

The product is packaged in both 10 and 12 kg paper and plastic boxes.

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The melon belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a summer fruit that contains 90% water, it is very low in calories but quite high in natural sugars. It is very rich in nutrients and does not contain any cholesterol.

Ingredients:

100 grams of ripe melon contains:

  • Energy 34 Kcal
  • Carbohydrates 8.6 g
  • Proteins 0.84 g
  • Total Fat 0.19 g
  • Dietary fiber 0.9 g
  • Vitamins
  • Niacin 0.734 mg
  • Pantothenic acid 0.105 mg
  • Pyridoxine 0.072 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.026 mg
  • Thiamine 0.017 mg
  • Vitamin A 3382 IU
  • Vitamin C 36.7 mg
  • Vitamin E 0.05 mg
  • Vitamin K 2.5 µg
  • Electrolytes
  • Sodium 1 mg
  • Potassium 267 mg
  • Metals
  • Calcium 9 mg
  • Copper 41 µg
  • Iron 0.21mg
  • Magnesium 12mg
  • Manganese 0.041 mg
  • Zinc 0.18 mg
  • Phytochemicals
  • T-carotene 2020 µg
  • 1-cryptoxanthin 1 µg
  • Lutein – Zeaxanthin 26 µg

Melon is good for health

The melon is rich in potassium which can inhibit LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) action and be harmful to the body.

It has the anticoagulant chemical adenosine, which helps to dilute the blood, reducing the chance of heart attacks and strokes.

It is an excellent source of antioxidants as it contains vitamin C and, beta-carotene, thus helping to protect the body against various types of cancer. Vitamin C helps the body’s defense system against infections, while protecting it against oxidative stress and metabolism products that accelerate the aging process.

It contains Vitamin A, which is important for better vision and more effective defense against infections as it strengthens the body’s lymphocytes.

It also contains Vitamin B6, which contributes to the synthesis of brain neurotransmitters as it contributes to better mental and psychological health.

It is rich in antioxidants (carotenoids) which reduce cellulite in the body.

It has diuretic action.

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