Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Cantaloupe is considered beneficial for eye health primarily due to its high content of certain nutrients, particularly beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), vitamin C, and lutein and zeaxanthin. Vitamin A is essential for proper functioning of the retina and overall visual health, and deficiencies can lead to night blindness and other eye-related disorders. Cantaloupe is an excellent source of beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, thereby helping maintain normal vision. Additionally, lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids found in the retina, and research suggests that they may help protect against age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts by filtering harmful high-energy blue wavelengths of light.

Several scientific studies support the role of dietary antioxidants, especially carotenoids and vitamin C, in reducing the risk of certain eye diseases. While most of the high-level evidence comes from studies on fruits and vegetables collectively rather than cantaloupe alone, cantaloupe’s nutrient profile aligns with those that are beneficial for eye health. For example, the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) found that high intake of vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and zinc lowered the risk of advanced AMD. Thus, while direct evidence specific to cantaloupe is limited, its nutrient content provides a reasonable scientific rationale for its use in supporting the eyes.

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algal oil
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anchovies
anthocyanidins
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bee products
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bilberry
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black currant
blackberry
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broccoli
calamari oil
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capsanthin
Carnosine
carotene (unspecified)
carrot
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chickweed
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chrysanthemum
citicoline
cocklebur
cod liver oil
cornflower
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crocetin
crocin
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cryptoxanthin
currant
cyanidin
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egg
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EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
ergothioneine
Eyebright
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flavoglycosides
flavonoids
flavonols
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fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
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ginkgo flavone glycoside
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goji berry
gooseberry
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haliotis
herbal blend (proprietary)
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L-carnosine
L-taurine
Ligustrum
lipids
lutein
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Melatonin
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mixed carotenoids
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vitamin A
vitamin B
vitamin C
vitamin E
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