Calories: Low

Protein: Low

Fat: Low

Saturated fat: Low

Cholesterol: None

Carbohydrates: High

Fiber: Moderate

Sodium: Low

Main vitamin: Vitamin A and C

Main mineral: Potassium

 

 

 

Interestingly, the common grapefruit is the result of crossing a pomelo and an orange. It was given the name grapefruit as it tends to grow in clusters, just like to grapes. They are low in calories but full of nutrients, like vitamins A and C.

 

The combination of fiber, potassium, lycopene and vitamin C, found in grapefruit will help you to keep your heart healthy and strong. One normal grapefruit contains about 140 mg of potassium and a high potassium intake is proven to lower the risk of heart problems and cardiovascular disease. Not only that but a healthy potassium intake is also linked to lower blood pressure because it widens the arteries.

 

A word of caution though, don’t take grapefruit with medicine, as the Medicine will stay in the bloodstream longer and this may boost the amount of medicine in your bloodstream above your normal dose. T So, before you decide to take grapefruit with your regular dose of medicine best you talk about it with your doctor.

 

 

 

Like any fruit, grapefruit is best served fresh. When looking for a grapefruit choose one that is firm and heavy for its size. That means not only that its fresh but also juicy and delicious. The skin of grapefruit should be thin, smooth and fine-grained and in regards to color go with yellow.

 

Avoid those with puffy skin as they tend to be dry and without juice. You should also know that while most people prefer to remove the bitter white membrane within the grapefruit, this will remove much of its Vitamin C content.