The Cantaloupe, rockmelon, sweet melon, or spanspek is a melon that is a variety of the muskmelon species from the family Cucurbitaceae. Cantaloupe melon makes a refreshing snack in the summer, and it contains nutrients that can benefit a person’s health. The water, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in cantaloupe can provide a variety of health benefits. They have several properties that make them perfect for a weight loss diet, such as being low in calories and carbohydrates and loaded with fiber.