Member Comments for the Article:Be a Melon HeadThe Sweet Tasting Fruit That's Sweet for You25 Comments
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9/19/2010 8:23:26 AM
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It sounds less than appetizing, but a fruit cup with melons and cucumber sprinkled with a little salt and cayenne pepper is an AMAZING snack on a hot summer day! Very popular down here in South Texas... |
9/19/2010 7:56:23 AM
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I grew Ambrosia melons for the first time this year. They were the sweetest melon and the plants were so abundant I supplied neighbors and co-workers! Tasty! |
8/5/2010 9:56:44 AM
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It's my first year growing them in the garden--so far I've picked 2 (with a bunch more on the way) and they've been delicious. Glad to hear they are so good for me too! |
GINGERPOODLE
7/29/2010 11:16:51 AM
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Right now cantaloupe and other melons are abundant at my local farmer's market. I love to try the different varieties. They are inexpensive and grown organically. The best part is one is usually cut to sample. Check out farmer's market in your area. |
RUSNELL4
7/29/2010 7:30:10 AM
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We love cantaloupe! We go through 3-4 each week during the summer months! I never get sick of eating it! |
4/20/2010 2:36:20 PM
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I love cantaloupe! Almost as much as bananas. Thanks for the tips on how to choose the best ones. |
4/19/2010 1:56:47 PM
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I used to eat them but didn't like how I felt afterward. Found out I am allergic to them, along with many other fruits now. Getting old is a, fill-in-the-blank! |
2/2/2010 6:30:35 AM
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i"m thinking the salsa might be good. |
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KYXYSYX
12/21/2009 12:00:44 PM
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Throw it in the blender and drink your melons!! |
10/30/2009 11:09:04 PM
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thats really interesting.. i had no idea cantelope was a good sorce of potassium.. i will definately start eating more :) |
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SLIMNUBIAN
9/28/2009 4:34:19 PM
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Wow,I knew about the potassium,but I didn't know about the beta carotene.That's good news,since cantaloupes are my favorite fruit! |
9/20/2009 11:39:52 AM
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I liked cantaloupe and musk melon as a kid, but don't really like it much now. However, my husband and my children do, so I'm sure to buy it regularly at our farmer's market when in season! I'll eat a little bit, but there are so many other fruits in season at the same time that I prefer, so I'm not depriving myself of vitamins and minerals. I do enjoy watermelon (if it's not too sweet). You can make a refreshing salad with watermelon, feta cheese, a little olive oil and a tasty vinegar, mint or basil, and maybe some pine nuts. Great addition to a summertime brown bag lunch! |
9/20/2009 9:32:04 AM
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Thanks for the useful information. I will increase my cantaloupe intake in my diet. |
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9/19/2009 10:48:50 AM
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I've always enjoyed cantaloupe. I will be enjoying them even more now that I know how healthy they are! Thanks for the great article. The smoothie sounds yummy, too. |
8/19/2009 9:26:54 AM
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I, as many others here, did not realize the nutritional value of the cantaloupe. I love it when it's really ripe and I never thought of making a salsa with it. Great ideas for keeping me healthy once again! Thank you! |