Green-skinned grapefruit type 1 – 1.5kg/fruit

Green-skinned grapefruit type 1
Origin: Ben Tre

Quality standards: Clean fruit

Characteristic:

Dark green skin, pink segments, succulent, intensely sweet
All segments, peels and pulp can be used.
Ben Tre Green Skin Grapefruit (kg) is one of the most famous and loved grapefruits in Vietnam. Grapefruit has a sweeter taste than regular grapefruit, pink and juicy segments. In particular, grapefruit peel has a beautiful green color and contains many essential oils. Grapefruit can be used with its segments, pulp and peel, for many different uses.

Nutritional information

Grapefruit is an incredibly healthy food to include in your diet. That’s because it’s high in nutrients but low in calories. Grapefruit is one of the lowest-calorie fruits. Grapefruit provides a good amount of fiber, in addition to more than 15 beneficial vitamins and minerals.

Below are some of the key nutrients found in half of a medium-sized grapefruit

Calories: 52.
Carbs: 13 grams.
Protein: 1 gram.
Fiber: 2 grams.
Vitamin C: 64% RDI.
Vitamin A: 28% RDI.
Potassium: 5% RDI.
Thiamine: 4% RDI.
Folate: 4% RDI.
Magnesium: 3% RDI.
Additionally, grapefruit is a rich source of several powerful antioxidant plant compounds, which may be responsible for many health benefits.

Function

Improve the immune system
Control your appetite
Supports weight loss
Helps prevent insulin resistance and diabetes
Helps improve cardiovascular health
Reduce the risk of kidney stones
How to choose
Shape: Type 1 green-skinned grapefruit has a regular diamond shape, with two symmetrical knobs. Grapefruit peel is thin, smooth, and has an even yellow-green color.

Weight: Type 1 green-skinned grapefruit usually weighs from 1.2 kg to 1.5 kg.

Stem: Type 1 green-skinned grapefruit stem is fresh, green and tightly attached to the fruit.

Sound: When you gently tap the grapefruit peel, you will hear a “popping” sound.

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Methods of preservation
Step 1 – Wash: You can remove any traces of dirt from the surface of the case with a dry cloth or paper towel. Be careful not to wash it with water, to avoid causing the grapefruit to absorb water and spoil faster.

Step 2 – Put the fruit in the basket or vegetable compartment: You can put grapefruit in the compartment with other vegetables. Or put it in a basket or bin without covering it. Remember not to stack them on top of each other.

Step 3 – Remember the storage date: Because the fruit can be kept at room temperature for a few days. Therefore, write down the preservation date on a piece of paper and stick it in a notebook or anywhere convenient. That way you will know how long they have been stored.

Step 4 – Store grapefruit in the refrigerator: Place it in a cool place, away from foods with strong odors. Grapefruit will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Note
Do not use when hungry

Do not eat grapefruit when you have stomach or duodenal disease

Do not eat grapefruit with pork liver

Do not eat when digestion is poor

Avoid eating grapefruit 1 hour before taking the medicine because it may affect the effects of the medicine

You should eat grapefruit in moderate amounts, about 1/2 segment per day.
– Can pregnant women and children eat grapefruit?

+ For pregnant women:

Supplement essential vitamins and minerals for pregnancy such as vitamin C, potassium, folate,…
Supports strengthening the immune system, reducing the risk of colds and coughs.
Helps control blood pressure, good for the heart.
Provides fiber, supports digestion and prevents constipation.
Can help reduce symptoms of morning sickness and nausea
+ For children (18 months and older):

Provides vitamins and minerals necessary for children’s development.
Strengthens the immune system, helping children get sick less often.
Supports a healthy digestive system.
Helps clear heat and detoxify the body.