Grapefruit

A sub-tropical citrus tree grown for its fruit, the Grapefruit, it was originally named the ‘forbidden fruit’ of the Barbados. Growing at a height of around 5-6 m tall, although they can reach 13-15 m, the leaves of the Grapefruit are dark green, long and thin. Producing 5 cm white four-petalled flowers, the Grapefruit is yellow-skinned, largely oblate and ranges in diameter from 10-15 cm and has an acidic yellow segmented pulp. An excellent source of some of The Nutrients which form quite a health diet, the Grapefruit is a good source of Vitamins and minerals and phytochemicals.

Various studies have shown that the Grapefruit helps lower cholesterol and there is evidence that the seeds also have low levels of antioxidant properties. The seed extract has been claimed to be a strong antimicrobial with proven activity against bacteria and fungi. A 2007 study of Healthy Eating said that the Grapefruit is a good source of vitamin C, pectin fiber, and the pink and red hues contain the beneficial antioxidant lycopene.

The vitamin C found in the Grapefruit is a vitamin that helps to support the immune system of the body. It also helps reduce cold symptoms or severity of cold symptoms as vitamin C is a very good cold-fighter. It also prevents the free radical damage that triggers the inflammatory cascade, and is therefore also linked with reduced severity of inflammatory conditions, such as asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. A proper Healthy Eating Habit should include the Grapefruit as it is also beneficial to promoting cardiovascular health.

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Vitamins

Soybeans	Seafood
Sunflower Seeds	Salmon
Legumes	Beets
Spinach	Cabbage
Peaches	Yams
Apricots	Cauliflower
Oranges	Carrots
Tomatoes	Dates
Cottage Cheese	Grapefruit
Papaya	Green Leafy Vegetables
Meat