New Delhi, April 3 (IANS). Melon is a great fruit to cool the body and maintain health during the summer season. According to Ayurveda, melon is no less than a boon for summer. It not only quenches thirst but also helps in keeping the body hydrated from inside.
Melon contains about 90 percent water, which prevents dehydration in summer. It contains high amounts of important nutrients like fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium. These elements prove to be extremely beneficial for the body.
In Ayurveda, melon is considered a cooling and bile sedative. In summer, it reduces excess body heat and cools the stomach. It can be chopped, juiced or included daily in the form of salad.
According to health experts, consumption of melon in summer is not only beneficial for health but it is also a cheap and easily available fruit. However, diabetic patients should consume it only after consulting a doctor. Melon is called the super fruit of summer and its consumption provides not just one or two but many benefits to the body. By consuming it, the body remains hydrated, due to excessive sweating in summer, there is water deficiency in the body. Melon naturally replenishes water and prevents dehydration.
The fiber present in melon improves digestion, relieves constipation and keeps the stomach clean. Melon, rich in Vitamin C, strengthens the immune system, thereby preventing summer diseases. Melon is also effective in controlling weight. This low calorie fruit is full of fiber, due to which the stomach feels full and the habit of eating again and again is controlled.
Vitamin A and C are found in melon, which makes the skin healthy and glowing. Melon is helpful in improving the skin which is affected by sunlight and sweat in summer. Melon is also good for eye health. Vitamin A helps maintain eyesight and reduce eye fatigue.
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