Q&A for How to Cut a Grapefruit

Of the pink, red and white varieties of grapefruit, it is the red varieties that have the sweetest flavor, followed by the pink ones; both will be sweeter than white. Grapefruit that has at least a little reddish or pinkish coloration usually tends to be sweeter, although this can vary depending on where the grapefruit comes from. For the sweetest red grapefruit cultivars, try Flame, Star Ruby and Rio Red.

Grapefruit can be served in several different ways, all you need to do is decide which way you like the best! Here are some serving ideas to try: Serve the grapefruit cut in halves; serve it with a lid cut off and a spoon for scooping out the flesh; serve it inside a fruit salad; serve it in segments; broil it; juice it; add it as a flavor contrast to rich food dishes. For ideas to help you decide, check out the wikiHow: How to Prepare Grapefruit for Serving .

Normally grapefruit is not dangerous, as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Of course, if you are allergic to grapefruit, it can be a danger, so should be avoided. But the reason people have heard about grapefruit being potentially harmful relates to its possible interaction with some medications. In some cases, grapefruit can interact with certain medications to prevent the medication from breaking down in the usual time intended. If you’re taking any medications, talk to your doctor about whether it’s safe or not to consume them with grapefruit or grapefruit juice. If your doctor says it is not safe, then you’ll need to be careful not to combine any grapefruit product (fruit, juice, anything made with grapefruit) with your medication.

Grapefruits are healthy for most people, as they contain good amounts of fiber, high levels of vitamin C and they’re low in calories. They have a low GI, which means they don’t have a big impact on blood sugar and insulin levels. They may help to prevent disease and contribute to overall blood and heart health as part of a healthy, balanced diet. However, if you’re taking medications, talk to your doctor to avoid possible complications arising out of interaction between grapefruit and the medication.