On the tenth day

So glad we're getting closer to the goal line! Things are getting busy-busy! I took a much needed time-out after work and went surfing. My last wave in was that perfect moment of relief I had mentioned all of you try to find in during this hectic time. What did all of you find was your moment of relief?

Today for our tenth day we're going to cover cantaloupes! There was always a serving of sliced cantaloupes in my refrigerator growing up. They're refreshing and not too strong in flavor. However, that cooling taste was perfect after a hot day in Florida.

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As a cantaloupe ripens, its antioxidant activity actually increases. Cantaloupes contain Vitamin A, thiamine,  riboflavin, vitamin C, niacin, calcium, iron, folate, phosphorus, and potassium. Cantaloupes are a great source of Vitamin A, containing 103% of the daily value. Besides promoting good eye sight, Vitamin A has been shown to improve health in our skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissues. For smokers, smoking is also known to deplete the body of Vitamin A, so fruits and vegetables high in this vitamin, such as cantaloupes are beneficial in the diet.

Sorry to keep it short today! We're almost to the finish line!