It is a fruit from melon family and sometimes it is called “Persian melon” or “rock melon” as well. One cup of cantaloupe provides about 13 grams of carbohydrates and 1.5 grams of fiber.

Average calories: 52 per one cup.

Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins C, A, B9, B6, B3 and B1.

Minerals found in higher amounts: manganese, and potassium.

Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: cantaloupe is rich in alpha-carotene, beta-carotenes, lutein, cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, polyphenols, luteolin, ferulic acid, caffeic acid, cucurbitacin B and cucurbitacin E.

Beta-carotenes support healthy eyes, promote vision, and help protect against lung cancer. Cucurbitacin E has anti-cancer activity. Also the seeds of cantaloupe contain alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), which is a type of Omega-3 fatty acid. For more information about cucurbitacin E and alpha-linoleic acid, see "Cucurbitacins" under the section of "Phytonutrients", and "Omega-3 Fatty Acids" under the section of "GH Enhancers".