Tart but containing an underlying sweetness, the grapefruit has many of the same health promoting traits as the orange. Originally produced in Barbados as a hybrid fruit that resulted from a cross between the pomelo and sweet orange, the grapefruit is a large citrus fruit of the Rutaceae family. The pulp is typically a crimson or rich pink or red. Its texture and ... Continue Reading
Grapefruit Health Benefits
Named for the way the fruit hangs in bunches (like grapes), the grapefruit is a nutritious member of the citrus family. It comes from sunny Barbados and is thought to be the result of the natural cross pollenization between the orange and the Asian pomelo. Today the greatest quantity of grapefruits is produced by the United States, followed by China and South Africa. Here are ... Continue Reading