Grapefruit Nutrition

Grapefruit nutrition

1/2 piece worth of grapefruit nutrition (fresh):

50 cal;
.6 gm protein (incomplete);
.12 gm fat;
13 gm carbohydrate;
20 mg calcium;
20 mg phosphorus;
.5 mg iron;
290 mg potassium;
97 units A;
.05 mg B-1;
.02 mg B-2;
.3 mg niacin;
72 mg C.

Grapefruit is a boon to dieters on almost any diet. As an appetizer before a meal, grapefruit tends to increase the appetite and aid in digestion. If eaten before bedtime, it can aid in inducing sound sleep. When taken in the morning, as either the fruit or its juice, it often helps in overcoming constipation. Vitamin C, found in grapefruit in abundance, is important for healthy bones and gums and is necessary for healing and for strengthening connective tissues and capillary walls. Vitamin C has also been found helpful in preventing and treating varicose veins.