Grapefruit Facts

Learn some grapefruit facts and grapefruit nutrition information on a popular breakfast fruit.

Grapefruit makes a healthy on the run breakfast, lunch snack or after work pick me up.



This wonderful citrus fruit is also known as the forbidden fruit of Barbados.

How to buy: Grapefruit is at its best January through May, but is available year round.

Choose smooth, shiny, firm fruit that feel heavy for their size. Slight blemishes make no difference to the fruit inside.

The Ruby Red variety is sweeter and less acidic than yellow varieties.

Thin skinned fruits have more juice than thick skinned ones. If a grapefruit is pointed at the stem end, it's likely to be thick skinned.

Watch for soft areas, lack of bright color, and soft peel that breaks easily, as these are signs of decay. The fruit won't taste good if you decide to eat it.

How to store: For short periods of time, leave them on the counter top at room temperature. If you wish to store them longer than that, put them in the refrigerator crisper after purchase for 6 - 8 weeks.

Facts: Florida produces 37% of all grapefruit grown in the world. Other states that produce grapefruit include Texas, California and Arizona.

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