What are the benefits and harms of melon for the intestines – diseases, contraindications, composition

Melon is an annual plant, the fruits are large, aromatic, with white, greenish or orange pulp.

Description and composition

Fruits and seeds are used for treatment.
Fruit harvesting time is August-September. In the past, melon was given to people suffering from melancholy and other depressive forms of mental disorders.

The pulp of the fruit contains chemical elements such as:

• Sahara,
• extractive and nitrogenous substances,
• fiber,
• ash substances,
• fats,
• volatile aromatic substances,
• iron,
• folic and nicotinic acids,
• vitamin C (up to 10-40 mg%).

For what diseases is it used?

1. To treat the intestines, melon is used as a mild laxative for constipation and hemorrhoids.
2. In addition, its pulp is recommended for use in rheumatism, gout, and as a diuretic.
3. Its stabilizing effect on the nervous system has now been confirmed.
4. A water infusion of the seeds has diuretic properties and is used for kidney diseases.
5. A decoction of the fruit helps get rid of acne, pimples on the face, as well as skin defects such as freckles and age spots.
6. Melon pulp is useful to include in the diet of people suffering from cardiovascular diseases, liver and kidney diseases, and anemia.

Contraindications

Sweet melon varieties should be used with caution by people with diabetes.

Eating too much melon can lead to diarrhea and intestinal pain.