Melon

What gives it its taste and how to recognise it

• grown in potassium- and calcium-rich soils
• appropriate choice of variety to suit the soil and climate
• tolerance and resistance to the main adverse conditions
• planted well apart from each other
• field temperatures high on average (temperature range of 12-32°C)
• sugar content of above 14° Brix
• stem near dry on picking
• vivid green colour between the sections of the reticulated skin
• no brown spots
• no pitting of the skin (signs of overripeness).

Nutritional and nutraceutical value

• energy content: 34 Kcal/100g;
• rich in: potassio, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin C, vitamina B3, niacin and beta-carotene;
• benefits: helps protect the cells and DNA from the oxidative stress caused by free radicals, with beneficial effects on circulation and blood pressure, too.