Grapefruit - South Africa

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About the Product Grapefruit is a citrus fruit with a flavor that can range from bittersweet to sour. It contains a range of essential vitamins and minerals. People can consume the...

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About the Product
Grapefruit is a citrus fruit with a flavor that can range from bittersweet to sour. It contains a range of essential vitamins and minerals. People can consume the fruit whole or as a juice or pulp.The grapefruit is a subtropical citrus tree known for its relatively large, sour to semi-sweet, somewhat bitter fruit. The interior flesh is segmented and varies in color from pale yellow to dark pink.Grapefruit is a citrus hybrid originating in Barbados. It is an accidental cross between the sweet orange. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice have been found to interact with numerous drugs and in many cases, to result in adverse direct and/or side effects. Raw grapefruit is 90% water, 8% carbohydrates, 1% protein, and negligible fat (table). In a 100 gram reference amount, raw grapefruit provides 33 kilocalories and is a rich source of vitamin C (40% of the Daily Value), with no other micronutrients in significant content.
The grapefruit first appeared in the 18th century, as a result of crossing a pomelo and an orange. People called it “grapefruit” because it grows in clusters, similar to grapes. The nutrients grapefruit contains may help promote healthy skin and protect against various conditions. They may also play a role in weight maintenance. Grapefruit is low in calories but very rich in nutrients. It is also an excellent source of vitamins A and C.
Health Benefits
Grapefruit is low on the glycemic index. This means that it provides nutrients but does not have a significant negative impact on a person’s blood sugar levels. Some people claim that grapefruit is a miracle weight loss fruit. In one study, researchers found no evidence to suggest that grapefruit can help people lose weight. However, they did conclude that grapefruit may help improve blood pressure and lipid (fat) levels in the blood.  Flavonoids are compounds present in citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruit.
The combination of fiber, potassium, lycopene, vitamin C, and choline in grapefruit could all contribute to heart health. Grapefruit is a rich source of antioxidants, such as vitamin C. These can help combat the formation of free radicals, which experts believe give rise to cancer. A small grapefruit also contains 2,270 micrograms (mcg) of lycopene, which is another antioxidant.Grapefruit contains water and fiber. Specifically, a small grapefruit weighing 200 g contains 182 g of water and 2.2 g of fiber. Both water and fiber can help prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract. Vitamin C plays a vital role in the formation of collagen, the main support system of the skin. Vitamin C helps support the immune system in a number of ways. For example, a dietary intake of vitamin C may help prevent and treat respiratory and other infections, according to an articleTrusted Source from 2017.
Nutritious Value
100 gms of Grapefruit contains:-
Calories: 52
Fat: 0.2g
Sodium: 0mg
Carbohydrates: 13.2g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 8.5g
Protein: 0.9g
Vitamin C: 38.4mg
Vitamin A: 71.3mcg
Storage and Uses
Grapefruit season begins from September until December. However, fresh fruits can be readily available all around the year now in supermarkets. At home, keep them at room temperature for few days. For extended storage, place them inside the fruit/vegetable compartment where they keep well for up to three weeks. Prolonged cold storage at temperatures below 10 degrees celsius, however, make them sustain chilling injury.
Wash Grapefruits under cool water before eating in order to rid of any dirt or pesticide residues even though you are probably not using its peel (zest), since cutting into an unwashed fruit may transfer dirt or bacteria that are residing within the skin into the flesh. They can be eaten as in oranges. Cut the fruit horizontally into halves and scoop out its sections using a spoon. Alternatively, make few vertical superficial scores on the skin and then peel it using fingers or with a knife. Remove rind, fibers and gently peel off membranes and seeds. Fruit sections are a great addition to green and fruit salads. It also used in the preparation of desserts, jams, marmalade, and jellies. Its peel can be candied as in oranges.Grapefruit juice can be a refreshing intra-day drink.
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Country of origin:  South Africa
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Grapefruit - South Africa

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