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Some people may need to take care when consuming cantaloupe:
Sugar content
People with type 2 diabetes or other conditions that require a low sugar diet should use caution when determining the right serving size of cantaloupe.
Contamination
If the melon comes into contact with bacteria — through irrigation or other means — the outer skin may not be clean.
Washing and scrubbing the outside before cutting into the melon can reduce the risk of harmful bacteria, such as Salmonella, from entering the fruit’s flesh.
Potassium
Cantaloupe provides around 10% of a person’s potassium needs.
Beta-blockers, a type of medication that doctors often prescribe for heart disease, can cause potassium levels to rise. People who use beta-blockers should consume cantaloupe in moderation, as high potassium levels can lead to kidney damage.
Also, anyone with a kidney problem should check with their doctor before increasing their intake of a high potassium food such as cantaloupe. *
