The health benefits of cantaloupe seeds are well-known for their anti-inflammatory properties. They can be purchased as a whole or ground into a powder and added to salads, smoothies, or soups. Ground melon seeds also make an excellent meat tenderizer because they contain salicylic acid—the active ingredient in aspirin. In fact, you should not consume them if you are taking prescription medications that can increase your risk of bleeding, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).