Melon – the fleshy fruit delivered to Russia from the East in the 16th century. A fine delicate flavor, sweet aroma and the toning properties – not all list of qualities of a melon. It long since is the valuable assistant in treatment and prevention of many diseases.
Chemical composition
Pulp of a melon is vitamin-rich With, groups B, sodium, potassium, iron and calcium. Also are a useful part of a melon folic and nicotinic acid.
Useful properties
- The melon well satisfies thirst and calms nervous system, normalizes cardiovascular activity.
- The melon is also applied at rheumatism and as diuretic and anti-toxic means.
- The systematic use of a melon raises hemoglobin and strengthens immunity.
- Thanks to sudorific properties the fragrant fruit is recommended to include in a diet as supportive application at jaundice and dropsy.
- Besides, the melon contains the enzymes promoting normal activity of a GIT. The fruit has light laxative property at locks and hemorrhoids.
It is also possible
- to eat and seeds of a melon. Especially they are useful to men: increase male power and help with treatment of a prostate.
- Seeds and pulp of a melon also use as anthelminthic means.
- Also the cosmetic effect of a fruit is important. In the absence of allergic reaction it is possible to do masks of melon pulp. They help to get rid of freckles, acne rash and pigmentary spots.
- One more pleasant property of a melon – low caloric content. Thanks to dietary properties the fruit helps to fight against excess weight.
Contraindications
That there was no indigestion, the melon shouldn't be disturbed with other products. It is necessary to use a fruit in half an hour-hour after the main meal.
The big and frequent use of a melon can cause gripes in intestines, a diarrhea.