What are the nutritional components of Hami melon? Why does the skin of Hami melon have stripes?

The melon has various shapes and unique flavors. The flesh is thick, crisp and refreshing. It is not only sweet, but also rich in nutritional value. In the Qing Dynasty, it was given as tribute by the King of Hami and named Hami melon by Emperor Kangxi. At that time, Hami melons were "tributed in previous years", "the melons were most abundant in Hami", and "the melons used as tributes really came from Hami". Today, let's learn about the nutritional components of Hami melons.

Contents of this article

1. What are the nutritional components of Hami melon?

2. Why does the skin of Hami melon have stripes?

3. How to peel Hami melon

What are the nutritional components of cantaloupe?

Hami melon is not only sweet, but also has high nutritional value. According to analysis, the dry matter of Hami melon contains 4.6%-15.8% sugar, 2.6%-6.7% cellulose, malic acid, pectin, vitamins A, B, C, niacin, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other elements. The iron content is two to three times higher than that of chicken and 17 times higher than that of milk. Xinjiang people love to eat Hami melon and believe that eating more melon can cure diseases and prolong life. This statement is not without reason.

Why does cantaloupe have stripes on its skin?

When Hami melon grows, the nutrients in the melon increase suddenly due to the careful care of the fruit farmers, so the skin bursts, but the fruit itself will secrete some substances to fill the gaps, thus forming the lines we usually see. During the growth of Hami melon, the nutrients in the melon increase suddenly, causing the skin to grow slower than the inside, so the skin of Hami melon will continue to be cracked, and some liquid will flow out of the cracks to heal the skin, so the skin forms an intricate network of lines. Generally speaking, the surface lines are arranged closely, and the taste and sweetness are better than Hami melons with larger lines. Eating Hami melon is good for cardiovascular health. The anticoagulant properties of Hami melon reduce blood viscosity and prevent the formation of blood clots. Hami melon contains potassium, which helps to transport oxygen to the heart, regulate the water balance in the body, and prevent arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis. Studies have shown that regular consumption of Hami melons rich in beta-carotene can reduce the risk of cataracts. The carotenoids rich in Hami melon can enhance the retina's ability to filter ultraviolet rays and prevent the formation of age-related macular degeneration in the eyes.

How to peel cantaloupe

1. You need to prepare a Hami melon and wash it clean after returning home. After washing, we can cut it in the middle along its long axis or short axis. If you want to remove the skin of the Hami melon by using a spoon, it is recommended to cut it from the short axis.

2. After cutting the Hami melon from the central axis, first use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. After removing the seeds, we can take a spoon and a plate of appropriate size, and then scoop out the Hami melon pulp and put it on the plate. This avoids peeling and eating the skin.

There is another way to peel Hami melon, which is also relatively simple. After washing the fresh Hami melon, cut it along the long axis of the Hami melon, and then use a spoon to scoop out the seeds in the Hami melon. After the seeds are scooped out, you can cut the Hami melon into small vertical strips, and then use a smaller fruit knife, starting from the center of half of the Hami melon, and scoop out the Hami melon little by little, leaving the skin of the Hami melon underneath.