Grapefruit is a real panacea for our health. It is very rich in water (up to 91% of its weight) and therefore has hydrating and refreshing properties. It also has laxative and detoxifying properties (since it effectively stimulates diuresis, promoting the expulsion of toxins from the body). It is particularly rich in mineral salts (calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium etc.) and vitamins (A, B and C) which make it a precious ally of our digestive system, our immune system as well as the well-being and health of our our eyes and our skin. It is also very rich in flavonoids which make it very useful in fighting the harmful action of free radicals. Among these, one in particular is very important. It is naringenin which has a very powerful antioxidant action and is therefore very useful in all states of premature aging. Also contains lycopene. This substance has an antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic function in the human body and is very useful in preventing dangerous states of cellular degeneration (it has anti-carcinogenic properties). You can eat it in abundance, especially for breakfast or before meals. Those who cannot tolerate its very particular bitter taste can consume it abundantly in the form of juice also combined with other citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons. You can eat it in abundance, especially for breakfast or before meals. Those who cannot tolerate its very particular bitter taste can consume it abundantly in the form of juice also combined with other citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons. You can eat it in abundance, especially for breakfast or before meals. Those who cannot tolerate its very particular bitter taste can consume it abundantly in the form of juice also combined with other citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons.