Like lemon, grapefruit is citrus and high in vitamin C. It also contains fiber, potassium, and beta-carotene that the body uses to make vitamin A. Eating grapefruit could help control blood sugar levels and may benefit heart health by lowering blood pressure and bad cholesterol.
Researchers are looking into compounds found in grapefruit—called furanocoumarins—for their anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects.

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