Cantaloupe Smoothie
Starting your day with a cantaloupe smoothie is one of the simplest and most refreshing ways to give your body a healthy boost. Not only is cantaloupe hydrating, but it’s also packed with essential vitamins and minerals that provide immune support, improve digestion, and offer overall nourishment. I first learned about cantaloupe’s benefits from Anthony William, the Medical Medium, and his insights really opened my eyes to how incredible this fruit is for the body.
In Life-Changing Foods, Anthony explains that melons are “pre-digested” foods—so rich in enzymes and coenzymes that your stomach barely needs to process them. Their natural fructose leaves the stomach in under a minute, while the rest of the fruit moves straight to the intestines to replenish and fortify the body. It’s like a natural IV of hydration and nutrients.
Because cantaloupe digests so quickly, it’s best enjoyed on an empty stomach. When paired with heavier foods, it can ferment and cause discomfort—but eaten first thing in the morning, cantaloupe works harmoniously with your body, kickstarting your digestive system in a way that’s gentle yet effective. Don’t be surprised if it sends you straight to the bathroom—that’s the pre-digestion properties at work, helping to flush out toxins and support your body’s natural detox processes.
The cinnamon, vanilla, and honey in this smoothie each add their own healing touch. Cinnamon is rich in antioxidants, vanilla calms the nervous system, and honey offers phytochemicals that help defend the body against harmful pathogens.
Produce Tip
Different melons ripen at their own pace, but there are a few reliable signs to look for. A cantaloupe is ready to enjoy when it gives off a sweet, lightly floral aroma and yields slightly when you press on the skin near the blossom end.
Ingredients
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| PRODUCE | |
|---|---|
| Cantaloupe | 1/2 melon or 6-8 cups chopped |
| DRY GOODS | |
|---|---|
| Raw Honey | 1 tbsp |
| SPICES | |
|---|---|
| Vanilla Bean Powder | 1/4 tsp |
| Cinnamon | 1/4 tsp |
Cooking Tips
Once it’s ripe, chill your cantaloupe in the fridge overnight or cut it into pieces and freeze them. The flavor is best when it’s chilled without ice, so it’s not watered down.
The riper the melon, the sweeter the taste. Use more or less honey as needed.
Final Thoughts
This smoothie is best enjoyed first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Read the content above for more information.
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Cantaloupe Smoothie
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1/2 cantaloupe 6-8 cups chopped, chilled
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1/4 tsp vanilla bean powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Slice cantaloupe in half and remove skin and seeds. Roughly chop. Chill or freeze the leftover cantaloupe.
- Blend together all ingredients.1/2 cantaloupe, 1 tbsp raw honey, 1/4 tsp vanilla bean powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Enjoy!