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Sugars
6.93 g · 14% DV target
A tart and subtly bitter citrus fruit with a juicy, segmented interior, grapefruit serves as a refreshing breakfast staple and a potent source of protective phytochemicals.
Whole grapefruit consumption is associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, whereas fruit juice consumption may increase this risk .7
Regular intake of whole fruit, including grapefruit, is consistently linked to modest reductions in body weight and a lower risk of obesity .9
Grapefruit contains bioactive compounds that can cause clinically significant interactions with certain medications, which may interfere with how the body metabolizes those drugs .412
While 100% fruit juice provides several vitamins and minerals, major health organizations recommend limiting juice intake in favor of whole fruit to reduce free sugar consumption and improve fiber intake .1011
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
6.93 g · 14% DV target
42.0 μg · 5% DV target
36.7 mg · 41% DV target
Keeps best in the crisper drawer
Juicier when stored at room temperature
Citrus fruits generally have a low carbon footprint, though water usage in semi-arid regions is a factor.
The grapefruit was first documented in Barbados in 1750 and was originally called the 'forbidden fruit' before being renamed for the way it grows in clusters like grapes.