Grapefruit (also known as Pomelo) is a huge citrus fruit that is typically consumed as part of a well-balanced breakfast. It is cultivated in tropical areas and is available during the winter. It is the only citrus fruit that is indigenous to the Americas. Grapefruit is a high-nutritional-value fruit. Despite consuming little calories, it is high in nutrients that will help your body grow. It has also been discovered to offer several health benefits.
- Weight loss. Some individuals believe that grapefruit is a weight-loss miracle fruit. According to one study, there is no proof that grapefruit can help people lose weight. They did, however, determine that grapefruit may assist improve blood pressure and lipid (fat) levels. High blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and obesity are all linked. Future research might show that grapefruit nutrients have long-term advantages for weight control and obesity prevention.
- Helps prevent stroke. Eating more flavonoids, according to an American Heart Association (AHA) study, might reduce the incidence of stroke in women. Citrus fruits, such as oranges and grapefruit, contain flavonoids. Those who eat the most citrus fruits had a 19% decreased chance of having an ischemic stroke.
- Immune System Booster. Grapefruit, like many citrus fruits, is high in vitamin C, a substance that has been found to help enhance your body's immune system. Grapefruit is also high in Vitamin A, another vitamin that has been shown to improve immune function. This potent combination could help you avoid getting sick.
- Reduces the risk of kidney stones. Kidney stones may be excruciatingly painful to remove. Kidney stones can be caused by a variety of factors, including weight, nutrition, and certain drugs. Grapefruit consumption may aid in the prevention of kidney stones caused by calcium accumulation. Grapefruit's citric acid can bind with excess calcium and help flush it out of your system.
- Prevents Cancer. Grapefruit has a good number of antioxidants, including vitamin C. These can aid in the prevention of the development of free radicals, which are thought to be the cause of cancer. A small grapefruit contains 68.8 mg of vitamin C, making it a reliable source. The recommended adult consumption of vitamin C is 75 mg per day for women and 90 mg per day for men. A small grapefruit also contains 2,270 micrograms (mcg) of lycopene, which is also an antioxidant. In a 2016 population study among 50,000 men. Its authors conclude that high consumption of tomato sauce, which includes lycopene, is associated with a decreased risk of prostate cancer.
If you use prescription drugs, consult your doctor before eating or drinking grapefruit. Certain drugs can have substantial adverse effects on grapefruit. These include, among other factors, drugs for high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms, cholesterol, and anxiety. Grapefruit, like other fruits, has high sugar content. Although the quantity found in one or two servings of fresh grapefruit is normally fine, the sugar level in grapefruit juices can soon pile up.
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References:
- Health Benefits of Grapefruit by WebMD Editorial Contributors. Medically Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH on September 09, 2020- https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/health-benefits-grapefruit
- Why is grapefruit good for you? Medically reviewed by Katherine Marengo LDN, R.D., Nutrition — Written by Megan Ware, RDN, L.D. on November 7, 2019
