Grapefruit

It is generally accepted that grapefruit is a hybrid of pomelo and sweet orange. Accordingly, it is not found in the wild. Like all other citrus fruits, it is easy to cross and hybridize, however, it is a heat-loving plant and is afraid of large frosts. Grapefruit was introduced into garden culture in the late 19th century.

Grapefruit fruits are eaten in two types: fresh and canned (jam, jams, liqueurs, juices added to confectionery). Grapefruit is better than other citrus fruits and retains its taste properties in culinary processing. Withstands long-term storage. Candied fruits are made from grapefruit peels, and essential oil and pectin are obtained.

Also, grapefruit is simply indispensable when preparing meat dishes. The meat is simply watered with grapefruit juice, and this greatly improves the taste of the product. Sour grapefruit works well with seafood, especially shellfish or fish. To make the dish of trout or salmon tastier and juicier, fish is enough to soak in grapefruit juice before cooking for half an hour.

The benefits of grapefruit

They started talking about the useful properties of grapefruit immediately after its appearance. Grapefruit is a valuable medicinal and dietary product. It contains vitamins A, C, V1, P and D, easily soluble sugars, mineral salts, pectin substances, organic acids, essential oil, phytoncides, naringin glycoside. It is this substance that gives the fruits of grapefruit a bitter taste. The benefits of grapefruit have been proven for the prevention of diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypotension (low blood pressure).

The cosmetic properties of grapefruit are known. Grapefruit is an excellent skin whitening and anti-unwanted pigment stains. For these purposes, juice, pulp, and zest are suitable. Grapefruit is suitable for normal and oily skin, as well as delicate neck skin.

The benefits of grapefruit for those struggling with overweight are almost invaluable. The calorie content of grapefruit is only 35 kcal. per 100 gr. grapefruit is considered an excellent fat incinerator. Grapefruit eliminates drowsiness, lethargy, reduces fatigue. At the same time, grapefruit helps to eliminate some functional disorders of the liver.

Grapefruit harms

It is categorically contraindicated to use grapefruit juice in combination with drugs that reduce pressure. Otherwise, side effects such as dizziness, redness of the face and a strong heartbeat can occur. Grapefruit can irritate the kidneys and mucous membranes of the intestines and stomach, so it is better to exclude people with ulcerative diseases, gastritis with increased acidity, colitis, cholecystitis, hepatitis grapefruit from the diet, otherwise you can fully feel the harm of grapefruit.