Kiwano

Kiwano


Scientific Name: Cucumis metuliferus (Cucurbitaceae)


african horned cucumber, horned melon, jelly melon, hedged gourd, melano, gakachika




Kiwano is an oval shaped native fruit of South Africa, an annual vine in the cucumber and melon family. The horned melon is a cucumber family fruit that has ornamental looks with spiny lumps. It is available in the market mainly in the later part of year during October to March.











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Kiwano is very good in Iron, Magnesium.

Kiwano has average trace of Potassium, Vitamin C, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin A.




Health Benefits of Kiwano



Anti-Aging

Anti-Aging


• Regular consumption of Kiwano prevents pre-mature aging symptoms (such as scars, blemishes, and spots) as its Vitamin C content helps in the production of Collagen and repairs damaged Skin and organ tissues. The Fruit shields cells from injury, toxins and waste products that may lead to the development of many aging disorders.

• Horned Melon contains citric acid, which adds a glow to your Skin and helps you look younger. The organic compounds and high level of anti-oxidants in Kiwano prevents blemishes and spots on the Skin. It makes the Skin young and healthy (it prevents scars, spots, wrinkles and blemishes).




Foods & Bones

Bones

Bones


• Horned Melon is rich in various Minerals (such as Zinc, Calcium, etc.) which help in the development and growth of Bones. Due to its Calcium storage capability, it helps to treat Bone-related issues and conditions (such as Osteoporosis).




Foods & Bones

Cancer Prevention

Cancer & Tumor Prevention


Kiwano Melon has anti-oxidant and Anti-Cancerous properties. Beta-Carotene present in the horned Melon Fruit protects the body from free radicals.

• Horned Melon high anti-oxidant content (alpha-Tocopherol and gamma-Tocopherol) helps keep the blood vessels and nerves healthy from free radicals in the body by Flushing out carcinogenic substances from the body.




Foods & Cancer

Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System


• The Fruit contains nutrients (like linoleic acid) which reduces the blood pressure levels.

Oleic acid (also present in Kiwano Fruit) can also help control Hypertension.

• Horned Melon consumption balances Cholesterol levels and prevent heart complications.

• Horned Melon improves the functioning of cardiac muscles, due to its high amounts of Potassium.

Kiwano seeds contain linoleic acid that strengthens The Heart muscles and helps improve your overall cardiovascular health. The unsaturated omega six fatty acids help people dealing with cardiac issues to manage their condition.




Foods & Cardiovascular System

Circulatory System

Circulatory System


• The Fruit contains Iron (a nutrient that helps in preventing and treating Anemia and good for blood).

• Horned Melon contains a high level of Iron and other essential nutrients that the body needs to treat Anemia and restore hemoglobin levels.

• Experts describe it as a ‘natural drug’ for treating Anemia.




Foods & Circulatory System

Diabetes

Diabetes


• Horned Melon is a perfect Fruit for diabetics as it contains a rich amount of Magnesium that helps you manage your blood sugar.




Foods & Diabetes

Eye

Eye


Kiwano contains a high amount of Vitamin A (a kind of Carotenoid with anti-oxidant properties which helps to improve eyesight). Vitamin A inhibits macular degeneration and also eliminates the free radicals that lead to Eye irritation and various Eye problems (such as Cataracts).




Foods & Eye

Hair

Hair


• Horned Melon Fruit can improve Hair follicles strength and make it fertile.




Foods & Hair

Immune System

Immune System


Kiwano helps in preventing free radical damage and diseases caused by it, as it contains Tocopherol (anti-oxidants that help in Fight free radicals in our body).

• It contains Vitamin C, thus boosting immunity and helping protect from Infections and diseases.

• Horned Melon can help you recover from a heat or sun Stroke as its rich in Sodium and Water.




Foods & Immune System

Intestine

Intestine


• Horned Melon has high Fiber content, which makes The Intestine healthy while preventing intestinal ulcer and Cancer.

• Horned Melon is loaded with dietary Fibers that improve the digestion process by facilitating healthy digestion and preventing serious medical conditions (such as Colon Cancer and gastric ulcers).

• The gelatinous nature of the Fruit reduces Constipation and cleans the Urinary Tract System.

• The Fruit can help in treating Constipation and Bloating.




Foods & Intestine

Metabolism

Metabolism


Kiwano Melon contains lot of Zinc, which helps in improving Carbohydrate Metabolism and healing of Wounds.

• Horned Melon helps in maintaining metabolic processes as it provides a sufficient amount of Zinc required for the insulin discharge and normal Carbohydrate metabolic process.




Foods & Metabolism

Musculoskeletal System

Musculoskeletal System


• The Fruit contains high amounts of Potassium, which is very good for Bones and muscles. Kiwano is rich in Potassium that makes it essential for strengthening muscles and its high Vitamin D content also helps in better absorption of Calcium in the body, thus improving your muscular strength.

• Horned Melon also produces blood cells and helps repair Wounds.




Foods & Musculoskeletal System

Oral & Dental

Oral & Dental





Foods & Dental

Reproductive Health

Reproductive Health





Foods & Reproductive Health

Respiratory System

Respiratory System





Foods & Respiratory System

The Brain & Nervous System

The Brain & Nervous System


• Horned Melon contains nutrients and compounds that help in controlling Stress Hormones (providing Stress relief) and preventing Anxiety.

• Horned Melon organic constituents helps to regulate the Stress Hormones (such as Adrenaline) or alleviate Stress.

• People who suffer from chronic Anxiety can consume Kiwano to feel relaxed.

• The Fruit helps in preventing brain diseases like Alzheimer Disease’s and Dementia.

• Horned Melon high level of Vitamin E (Tocopherol) boosts the cognitive function (improves brain function), keeps the mind fresh and slows down neurological disorders (such as Alzheimer Disease and Dementia).




Foods & Nervous System

Weight Management

Weight Management


• The Fruit contains good amount Water, which prevents weight gain, controls hunger pangs and Over-eating.

• Horned Melon decreases the risk of Obesity as its high Water content of the Fruit is beneficial and also helps remove harmful substances from your body.




Foods & Weight Management








The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Horned Melon (Kiwano)


The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)

(per 100g) of

Horned Melon (Kiwano)



Best Rated For:

Water (g) – 88.97 (-)
0.00%
Energy (2,000.21 Kcal) – 44 (Trace)
2.20%
Protein (90.56g) – 1.78 (Trace)
1.97%
Total Fat (53.27g) – 1.26 (Trace)
2.37%
Ash (g) – 0.44 (-)
0.00%
Carbohydrate (279.66g) – 7.56 (Trace)
2.70%
Total Dietary Fiber (17.1g) –
Total Sugars (g) –
Calcium (663mg) – 13 (Trace)
1.96%
Iron (11.58mg) – 1.13 (Trace)
9.76%
Magnesium (275.4mg) – 40 (Good)
14.52%
Phosphorus (1,143mg) – 37 (Trace)
3.24%
Potassium (2,499mg) – 123 (Trace)
4.92%
Sodium (2,160mg) – 2 (Trace)
0.09%
Zinc (13.5mg) – 0.48 (Trace)
3.56%
Copper (2.22mg) – 0.02 (Trace)
0.90%
Manganese (3.51mg) – 0.039 (Trace)
1.11%
Selenium (24.90µg) –
Vitamin C [Ascorbic Acid] (99mg) – 5.3 (Trace)
5.35%
Vitamin B1 [Thiamin] (0.96mg) – 0.025 (Trace)
2.60%
Vitamin B2 [Riboflavin] (1.08mg) – 0.015 (Trace)
1.39%
Vitamin B3 [Niacin] (10.44mg) – 0.565 (Trace)
5.41%
Vitamin B5 [Pantothenic Acid] (4.5mg) – 0.183 (Trace)
4.07%
Vitamin B6 [Pyridoxine] (1.59mg) – 0.063 (Trace)
3.96%
Total Folate (µg) – 3 (-)
0.00%
Vitamin B9 [Folate/Folic Acid] (240µg) – 0 (-)
0.00%
Food Folate (µg) – 3 (-)
0.00%
Dietary Folate Equivalents (µg) – 3 (-)
0.00%
Total Choline (474mg) –
Vitamin B12 [Cyanocobalamin] (2.4µg) –
Vitamin A [Retinol] (2,207.79IU) – 147 (Trace)
6.66%
Vitamin A [Retinol] (663μg RAE) – 7 (Trace)
1.06%
Vitamin A [Retinol] (663μg) –
Alpha-Carotene ([estimated] 7,956µg) –
Beta-Carotene ([estimated] 3,978µg) – 88 (Trace)
2.21%
Beta-Cryptoxanthin ([estimated] 7,956µg) –
Lycopene ([estimated] 19,890µg) –
Lutein + Zeaxanthin ([estimated] 22,873.5µg) –
Vitamin E [Alpha-Tocopherol] (6.6mg) –
Vitamin D [Cholecalciferol] (4.44µg) –
Vitamin D [Cholecalciferol] (177.6IU) –
Vitamin K [Phylloquinone] (51µg) –
Saturated Fatty Acid (7.02g) –
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (15.6g) –
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (24.9g) –
Cholesterol (300mg) –
Vitamin B8 [Biotin] (51µg) –
Chromium (30µg) –
Fluorine (3.51mg) –
Iodine (131.4µg) –
Molybdenum (50.1µg) –
Chloride (2,061mg) –
Polyunsaturated Fats [Omega-6] (g) –
Polyunsaturated Fats [Omega-3] (g) –
Boron (17.4mg) –
Nickel (0.9mg) –
Vanadium (1.02mg) –