Red grapefruit is Texas’ state fruit, and celebrated in season each year (November – May). If you’ve never had Texas grapefruit, don’t miss out; and by the way, February is National Grapefruit Month, so toss them into your favorite citrus salad, bowl, or entrée.
Grapefruits are grown all over the world and come in a variety of colors. The US is a leading producer (along with China and Mexico), and Texas is a major commercial exporter of this fruit.
They are an excellent source of vitamins A & C, fiber, and also contain potassium, calcium, and an array of phytochemicals. This means it is an excellent food to boost immunity. And you know my philosophy: when you can boost your immune system, it can protect you from other evils! Eating this gem on a regular basis can ultimately help to lower risks of obesity, diabetes, heart disease (cholesterol & blood pressure), IBS, osteoporosis, and some cancers (namely colon, esophageal, & oral). Note that some of these studies were animal-based and not human; but I am presenting grapefruit as a super fruit based on the collection of all of these benefits seen in research.
NOTE: If you are on prescription medication, grapefruit can react with certain medications and enzymes affecting the quantity of medication absorption and efficacy. Please check with your doctor before mixing grapefruit and medications.
