Along with hair and skin care, diet is equally important during summer. Muskmelon is referred to as the ideal summer fruit simply because of its high water, minerals and vitamin content, which helps in balancing the fluid and electrolytes loss through the the summer months. It not merely functions as a natural coolant but in addition gives various health improvements.
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Ankita Ghag, Clinical nutritionist, Vacchan Aarogya and InBody, informs you of the various great things about muskmelon:
? Regulates bowels and prevents constipation
? Relieves acidity
? Prevents dehydration
? Containing more antioxidants
? Necessary for your skin while it induces collagen formation
? Low-calorie chicken food C provides satiety
? Regulates blood pressure
? Prevents lifestyle disorders
? Natural aphrodisiac
? Reduces stress
Muskmelon are usually consumed in several ways C smoothies, salads, juices and so on. Below Ghag highlights some lip-smacking muskmelon smoothie recipes.
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Instant Refresher:
Muskmelon: 1/2 peeled and deseeded
Coconut water: 1 cup
Coconut milk: 1/2 cup
Lemon: 1/2
Method:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Sever immediately.
Antioxidant Punch:
Muskmelon: 1/2 peeled and deseeded
Pineapple Juice: 1/2 cup
Orange Juice: 1 cup
Method:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Sever immediately.
Detox:
Muskmelon: 1/2 peeled and deseeded
Cucumber: 1 peeled, diced and deseeded
Mint: fistful
Honey: 1 tsp
Method:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Sever immediately.
The Gainer
Muskmelon: 1/2 peeled and deseeded
Banana: 1 peeled and diced
Coconut Milk: 1/2 cup
Method:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Sever immediately.
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Speaking about muskmelon salad, Ghag says, “Muskmelon as base filled up with grapes, kiwi, pineapple and berries is usually a colourful treat. To help make the salad high-protein, include it with sprouts and watermelon in addition to a dash of orange or lemon juice have fun with your palate.”? Enjoy!
