Editor’s Note: Grapefruit is more than just a refreshing, tangy fruit—it’s a powerhouse of nutrients that can support your health in a variety of ways. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, grapefruit has long been celebrated for its potential to boost immunity, improve digestion, and promote heart health. Whether you enjoy it fresh, juiced, or as part of a salad, incorporating grapefruit into your diet offers a delicious way to tap into these health benefits.
Grapefruits are nutrient A-listers since they’re filled with vitamin C, and offer vitamin A and fiber. To be exact, half of a grapefruit offers 50% of your daily vitamin C, 10% of your daily value of vitamin A and 11% of your daily value of fiber. Talk about a fruit that’s not only delicious but has all the right things! Plus, did we mention their fame-worthy flavor? We’re talking tart. We’re talking sweet. They truly are the star of the summer.
What else does grapefruit got going for it? Lycopene is a plant antioxidant that is also found in tomatoes and watermelon (it’s what gives these varieties their pink/red color). This antioxidant that has been associated with benefits not only for skin health, but also for heart health, bone health, blood pressure, and cancer.
From sips to savories, you can count on grapefruit to be the star of your dish or drink. And with all their health benefits, it’s no wonder they’re a nutrient A-lister.
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