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 They are an excellent source of Vitamins A and C. Grapefruits provide a clear, healthy skin and can help to lower the risk for many diseases.They can even help with weight loss to keep the body overall healthy.

Health benefits

Prevents arthritis

The salicyclic acid contained in the grapefruit is the cutter of the inorganic calcium which is retaining in the joints of the cartilage. If this inorganic calcium is present for long time it leads to the arthritis. To reduce the arthritis mix grapefruit juice with apple cider vinegar for the best results.

Treats common health problems

Eating grapefruit or drinking juice treats common cold, fever, helps to dissolve gallstones, stimulates the liver functioning and increases the immunity power.

Cancer prevention

The pigment which is responsible for the red color in the fruit, lycopene, has great power to work against the cancers and tumors. It shields the cancer developing free radicals).

Lower the cholesterol

The presence of antioxidants made the grapefruit to fight against the bad cholesterol levels.

Do not prefer

Don’t eat or drink the grape fruit when your are under medical treatments like allergies, seizures, depression, impotence, high blood pressure, heart diseases and even HIV because the grapefruit reacts in the negative way.

Weight loss

Grape fruit does not create miracles in weight loss but it is a healthy food which can assist in weight loss over a period of time. Fresh grapefruit eaten before meals is said to be associated with improved insulin resistance.

Stroke

Grapefruit is found to lower the ischemic stroke in women.

Blood pressure and heart health

The powerful nutrient combination of fibre, lycopene, Vitamin C and choline present in grapefruit helps to maintain a healthy heart. Red grapefruit is found to positively influence the lipid levels of blood and is beneficial for people wanting to lower their high lipid levels.  The high potassium content in grapefruit reduces the risk of stroke and protects loss of muscle mass and reduces the formation of kidney stones. Potassium is also important for lowering the blood sugar levels.

Cancer

The powerful antioxidants in grapefruit help to fight against cancer causing radicals. It lessens the risk of prostate and oesophagus cancer.

Digestion and regularity

The water and fibre content of grapefruit prevents constipation and promotes the proper functioning of the digestive system.

Hydration

Grapefruit is made of 91% water and so is a great fruit to prevent dehydration.

Asthma prevention

the vitamin C content in grapefruit lowers the risk of developing asthma.

Beauty benefits of grapefruit

Consuming or adding the grapefruit in the face mask add the extra shine to you as it is having various minerals, vitamin A, Vitamin C and antioxidants too.

Potassium

Owning the mineral of potassium, grapefruit fights the harmful sun rays and handles the wrinkles and dark spots on the face.Where the vitamin C and antioxidants protect from the environment dusts.

Skin smoother

Yes! grapefruit is having the capacity to smooth your skin, the amino acids of grapefruit makes the skin more tight and soft. The antioxidant retinol of the fruit also has the same character of smoothing the skin.

Weight loss

The three ingredients less sodium, high water content and high enzymes present in the grape fruit moulded it as a super food for increasing body metabolism rate, Try eating grape fruit and notice how it performs magic in the weight loss.

Prevents premature aging

Grapefruit contains retinol antioxidants which help to repair the damaged skin and delay the formation of wrinkles and fine lines. A mask of grapefruit applied once a week provides less discoloration, smooth texture and glow on the skin. Prepare the mask by making a paste using honey, oatmeal and grapefruit juice. Apply it on the face and leave it to dry. Then wipe it off with a damp cloth.

 

 

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