Raw grapefruit

• Grapefruit is a large citrus fruit related to the orange, lemon and pomelo.
• Grapefruit is a believed to be a natural hybrid of the orange and the pummelo.
• Grapefruit was discovered in Barbados in the 18th century.
• The name "Grapefruit" reflects that it is arranged in clusters like grapes when growing with up to 25 grapefruits in a cluster.
• Grapefruit trees need between 6 months and 13 months to produce fruit and have an average lifespan of approximately 50 years.
• Grapefruits have a flavor that can range from bittersweet to sour.
• Grapefruits are categorized as white, pink or ruby depending on the color of their flesh.
• Grapefruit has a high content of vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids) and vitamin C.
• Grapefruit is a good source of pantothenic acid, copper, dietary fiber, potassium, biotin and vitamin B1.
• Grapefruit contains phytochemicals including liminoids and lycopene which are responsible for its pink color.
• Grapefruit is a low glycemic index food (GI).
• Grapefruit juice does not contain the beneficial fiber that the whole fruit does and also may contain added sugars.
• Grapefruits are used in the manufacturing of beauty products because of their high antioxidant (vitamin C) content.
• There are reports of citrus allergy, but the condition is considered to be uncommon.
• Consuming grapefruit and its juice may lead to medication interactions as certain pharmaceutical drugs combined with grapefruit become more potent.
• Grapefruits do not ripen after picking.
• Grapefruits can be stored at room temperature for a week and in the refrigerator for two to three weeks.