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[source CDC website - fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov]
Many melons originated in the Middle East and gradually spread its
popularity across Europe. Ancient Egyptians and Romans enjoyed
cantaloupes or muskmelons. Melon seeds were transported to the
United States by Columbus and eventually cultivated by Spanish
explorers in California.
Most people don’t know that melons are in the same gourd family as
squashes and cucumbers. Most melons have similar structure to winter
squash with thick flesh and inner seed-filled midsection. So what’s the
difference between melons and squashes? It’s the way that they’re
used. Squashes are considered vegetables, while melons are known as
fruits with sweet and juicy flavor.
Melons are a good source of vitamin C and potassium. They have high
water content are relatively low in calories, and also fat and cholesterol
free.
Varieties
Melon varieties are now endless! Cantaloupe, honeydew, and
watermelon are the most well known varieties. Lookout for more
unusual melons at your local supermarket or farmer’s market for a
different and tasty sweet treat!
Question for you:
Cantaloupe contains more sugars or honeydew does?
Many melons originated in the Middle East and gradually spread its
popularity across Europe. Ancient Egyptians and Romans enjoyed
cantaloupes or muskmelons. Melon seeds were transported to the
United States by Columbus and eventually cultivated by Spanish
explorers in California.
Most people don’t know that melons are in the same gourd family as
squashes and cucumbers. Most melons have similar structure to winter
squash with thick flesh and inner seed-filled midsection. So what’s the
difference between melons and squashes? It’s the way that they’re
used. Squashes are considered vegetables, while melons are known as
fruits with sweet and juicy flavor.
Melons are a good source of vitamin C and potassium. They have high
water content are relatively low in calories, and also fat and cholesterol
free.
Varieties
Melon varieties are now endless! Cantaloupe, honeydew, and
watermelon are the most well known varieties. Lookout for more
unusual melons at your local supermarket or farmer’s market for a
different and tasty sweet treat!
Question for you:
Cantaloupe contains more sugars or honeydew does?
Cantaloupe
Serving size 1/2 cup, diced (78g)
Amounts Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 25
Calories from Fat 0
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 10mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 6g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 50%
Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 0%
Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a
2,000 calorie diet.
Serving size 1/2 cup, diced (78g)
Amounts Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 25
Calories from Fat 0
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 10mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 6g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 50%
Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 0%
Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a
2,000 calorie diet.
Honeydew
Serving size 1/2 cup, diced (85g)
Amounts Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 30
Calories from Fat 0
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 7g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 0%
Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a
2,000 calorie diet.
Serving size 1/2 cup, diced (85g)
Amounts Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 30
Calories from Fat 0
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 7g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 0%
Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a
2,000 calorie diet.