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Grapefruit
The grapefruit is a subtropical citrus tree known for its relatively large sour to semi-sweet, somewhat bitter fruit.
Health Benefits
Grapefruit is an incredibly healthy food to include in your diet. That's because it's high in nutrients, but low in calories. In fact, it's one of the lowest-calorie fruits. It provides a decent amount of fiber, in addition to more than 15 beneficial vitamins and minerals.
Grapefruit may benefit your immune system, as it contains several vitamins and minerals known for their role in preventing infection.
Grapefruit contains fiber, which helps with appetite control by promoting fullness.
Eating grapefruit before meals may be helpful for weight loss. Its fiber and water can promote fullness and reduce calorie intake.
Nutrition Details
- Potassium
- Amount per serving: 166mg
- Serving size: 1/2 a grapefruit
- Vitamin A
- Amount per serving: 28%
- Serving size: 1/2 a grapefruit
- Vitamin C
- Amount per serving: 64%
- Serving size: 1/2 a grapefruit
- Vitamin B-6
- Amount per serving: 5%
- Serving size: 1/2 a grapefruit
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