Grapefruit

The grapefruit is native to Barbados and was discovered in the 18th century. Many believe that the grapefruit originated from a crossbreeding between an orange and a pomelo. Grapefruit gained its name from the way it grows, hanging in clusters similar to grapes.

Today, the United States, Israel, South Africa, and Brazil are some of the top producers of grapefruits. The types of grapefruit include white, pink, and red; which refer to the color on the inside of the fruit, rather than the outer flesh.

Grapefruit also contains potassium, lycopene, riboflavin, iron, calcium, copper, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C. When picking a grapefruit one should make sure the grapefruit has no soft spots and no overly rough or wrinkled skin.