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On one hand, there are many science-backed reasons to consider making grapefruit a regular part of your diet.
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Do the benefits outweigh those risks?
We spoke to dietitians to better understand everything there is to know about this fruit.
Are grapefruits actually good for you?
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The diet relies largely on the claim that grapefruitburns fatmore quickly than other foods.
Grapefruit can have an effect on certain medications, too.
The benefits of eating grapefruit
Despite the aforementioned drawbacks, the benefits of eating grapefruit are extensive.
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Grapefruit can bolster your immune system.
Grapefruit can potentially help with insulin resistance.
Grapefruit can help increase potassium levels in the body.
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Grapefruit can help boost the production of collagen.
Grapefruit can aid in heart health.
If you’re looking for foods that help keep your heart healthy, grapefruit is a great option.
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Now, we’ve already established that grapefruit has not been proven to speed fat loss.
Grapefruit can aid in iron absorption.
That said, vitamin C can help with iron absorption due to its high vitamin C concentration.
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A previous version of this story was published on June 7, 2022.
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