Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Melon, honey dew
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 84% |
| Calories | 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.3 g/ 71g (0.42%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 9.5 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 8 mg/ 70mg (11%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 18 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 12 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.4 mg/ 12mg (3%) |
Sodium | 18 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Honeydew melon (a type of melon). It’s a juicy, sweet fruit, usually eaten as a snack or part of fruit platters.
Why it matters to health
Honeydew melon is low in fat and cholesterol, and it provides some dietary fiber (helps with regular digestion). It also has natural sugars (8.3 g per 100 g), so it’s best to enjoy it in sensible portions—especially if you’re also having rice, bread, or other sweet snacks in the same day. The sodium is very low, which is good for everyday heart-friendly eating. Overall, it’s a refreshing option that can help you add more plant-based foods to your 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks a day.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack: aim for about 1 cup (around 150 g) per serving, then pair with protein for better fullness (e.g., yogurt or a small handful of nuts).
- If you’re adding it to meals, keep it to a side portion so it doesn’t replace vegetables or viand you need for balanced meals.
- Choose fresh over canned (especially those in syrup) to avoid extra added sugar.
- For sweetness cravings, combine honeydew with other fruits and avoid adding too much honey or condensed milk.
Common Filipino dishes
Fruit salad, halo-halo (fruit toppings), fresh fruit platter, ginataan with fruit (fruit portion), watermelon/melon juice
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