Some versions limit you to just 800 calories per day. Multiple versions of the grapefruit diet exist, but every version is high in protein and low in carbohydrates and calories. Dinner: any kind of meat prepared any way, salad or red and green vegetables, coffee or tea, and 1/2 grapefruit or 8 ounces of grapefruit juice.Lunch: salad with dressing, any meat in any amount, and 1/2 grapefruit or 8 ounces of grapefruit juice.Breakfast: two boiled eggs, two slices of bacon, and 1/2 grapefruit or 8 ounces of grapefruit juice.Generally, people following the grapefruit diet can prepare their foods however they like, including with spices, salad dressings, or butter. In some versions, the diet calls for consuming no more than 800 calories per day. Being a hardy fruit, it can last in room temperature for about two weeks.There are multiple versions of guidelines for the diet, but many sources claim it should last 2 or 3 weeks.Įvery version is low in carbohydrates and calories and high in protein. The grapefruit mantra is “peel, peel, peel”, only the tear drop-like sacs of juice should remain. To ensure the best tasting experience, completely remove the pith from each segment, lest the former adds a strong bitter taste.
A good chakotra is also aromatic near the stem. Smoothness and luster are other healthy indicators. When buying grapefruit, it is advised to choose the heavier ones, for they are ripe and contain plenty of water. So do not hesitate to make room for the super fruit into your meals today! And did we mention they are lip-smacking as well adding a remarkable twist to salads, poultry and desserts. For it is equally valuable among populations who need to overcome micronutrient deficiencies as well as those concerned with problems of over nutrition, obesity and diet- related chronic diseases. No wonder it is called Citrus Paradisi (Paradise of Citrus) in Latin.
Also, they are more effective than the white variety at lowering triglycerides (a type of fat found in the blood," remarks Catherine Reddy, author at The Alternative - Sustainability as a Way of Life. Pink-and-red red grapefruit is higher in antioxidants, which prevent cell damage. Having said this, the nutritionist points out that no single fruit can by itself prevent acidity. The bitter properties arising from an essence called ‘ naringin' tone up the system and the digestive process. This in turn serves as a vital remedy against cold, cough and flu. The citric acid contained in this bitter-sweet fruit creates an alkaline reaction post digestion. Tart and tangy with and underlying sweetness, it is usually eaten as it is or merged with a variety of salads.”īut what else makes it a must add on to your grocery list? Let us find out. The juiciness and health promoting befits compete with that of the canonized Orange.The moon shaped fruit acts as a natural antihistamine, a great aid to the immune system. “This makes it a remarkable fighter of cough, cold and flu. Sheela Krishnaswamy, Bangalore-based nutritionist. In terms of culinary value, grapefruit scores 10/10 as a hydrating fruit for summers and can be regularly included in the breakfast - providing a rejuvenating start to the day.Īs per NIN guidelines, it is a powerful source of Vitamin C (31 mg per 100 grams), agrees Dr. Readily available from November to December in the Indian markets, it can enact as a substitute for many medicines. Several regions like Manipur in West Bengal use the fruit for religious purposes too.Īccording to the National Institute of Nutrition in India, grapefruit contains 92% moisture and is also a low carb fruit – only 7 grams per 100 grams. Assam, Kerala, Bangalore and Tripura cultivate the fruit up to an altitude of 1,500 meters. In the subcontinent's folklore, grapefruit is ranked as the sourest of all citrus fruits. Referred to as chakotra in Hindi recent years have witnessed its cultivation in India as well. The grapefruit is grown in semitropical areas of US (mainly Florida and Southern California) and is about the size of a fist. Having its origin in the Caribbean in the early 1800s, it is perhaps a cross between a Pomelo and another citrus fruit. This juicy fruit was named after the way it clusters on a tree branch (like grapes). Healthy and refreshing, the versatile grapefruit is a beloved member of the citrus family.
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