10 Health Benefits of Cantaloupe
Health Benefit #9: Protects against Cancer
As stated elsewhere, cancer may develop as a result of chronic inflammation in the body. Many studies suggest that the rise in cases of cancer in recent times is actually a result of increased inflammation resulting from inflammation-causing foods and environmental pollution. Consequently, minimizing oxidative stress and inflammation can lower the risk of cancer.
Cantaloupe may also support the treatment for cancer thanks to compounds called cucurbitacins found within it. Cucurbitacins belong to the family of compounds known as triterpenes. According to some studies, cucurbitacins induce cancer cell apoptosis or death. In addition to cantaloupe helping fight cancer, it also helps in the fight against memory deterioration resulting from aging.
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