Frog Skin Melon (1 Unit)

Description

This type of melon belongs to the odorless group. It gets its name from the color of its rind: light green with dark green spots, slightly wrinkled and hard, with creamy-green flesh.

Composed of approximately 80% of water and a moderate amount of sugar, the Pele de Sapo Melon is one of the most beneficial fruits for the body. Its thick skin and thick flesh make it suitable for both juices and desserts.

Benefits of melon

The benefits of melon are diverse. The fruit contains calcium, potassium, and vitamins, including vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant.

It's also a hydrating fruit, and due to its high water content, it has diuretic effects. It also contains bioflavonoids, which are antioxidants and anti-inflammatories.

See what it provides to the body:

Controls blood pressure, because of its potassium content;

Helps you lose weight, because it is a low-calorie fruit, so it is a good option for low-calorie diets;

Aids digestion and intestinal function, precisely because it is a hydrating fruit;

Helps with skin health, due to the amount of vitamins it contains;

Strengthens the immune system, as it contains antioxidant nutrients;

Relieves symptoms of menopause, due to the large amount of water and the presence of nutrients such as phosphorus and magnesium;

Helps regulate menstruation, because it helps improve blood circulation and has anticoagulant properties.

Nutritional Declaration 

Credits: Active Health

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