Grapefruits
Grapefruits (Citrus paradisi) are round fruits with a thick outer skin and fibrous inner flesh held together by a white pith. Depending on variety, little white seeds can be found toward the center of a grapefruit, and the color of the flesh can be red, pink, or white.
Health benefits of Grapefruits
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Grapefruits
Look for firm grapefruit that yields slightly when pressed. Avoid overly hard grapefruit as this is a sign of drying, and avoid overly soft grapefruit with a sharp pungent smell as this is a sign of rotting.
How to store Grapefruits
Grapefruits can be stored in the refrigerator and will last 2-3 weeks.
Climate and origin
Grapefruits are thought to have originated in Barbados as a cross between an orange and a pomelo. Today grapefruits are grown in tropical climates around the world. (Zone 9-10 in the U.S.)
Taste
Grapefruits have a tart acidic taste with a juicy texture.
Miscellaneous information
The seeds of the grapefruit are very high in antioxidants and may have anti-microbial properties.
Similar tasting produce
Oranges, Pomelos
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 32 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 0mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 8.1g | 3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 4% | ||
| Total Sugars 7g | 14% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 0.63g | 1% | ||
| Vitamin C 34.4mg | 38% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 0.09mg | 1% | ||
| Calcium 12mg | 1% | ||
| Potassium 139mg | 3% | ||
| Phosphorus 8mg | 1% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||