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    What does a pomelo taste like?
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    To me, it tastes like a very delicious grapefruit. (However, like grapefruit, some of them are sweeter than others.)
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    Can I eat pomelo if I take cholesterol medication?
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    Pomelo contains what is known as furanocoumarins, which can increase the effects of an array of medications, including cholesterol-lowering agents. Do not consume pomelo if you are taking cholesterol medication.
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    How do I store a pomelo?
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    Place it in an airtight container like a zippered storage bag or plastic container and store it in a cool place that doesn't get much sunlight, like a refrigerator.
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    Can I eat pomelo if my medication says that I can't eat grapefruit?
    Community Answer
    No, pomelos are essentially grapefruit as far as drug interactions are concerned.
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    Is the inside of a pomelo healthy to eat?
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    Yes. It can boost the immune system, reduce cramps, improve digestion, help a cold, and more!
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    What vitamins are in a pomelo?
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    A pomelo contains Vitamins A, D, C, B-6 and B-12 as ell as Calcium, Iron, and Magnesium.
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    How do tell when the fruit is ripe?
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    The fruit is ripe when it's yellow. It should be easy to cut into if it's ripe and yellow and hard to cut into if it's green.
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    Is a pomelo unripe if it is yellow inside?
    Community Answer
    No. It is unripe if it is green and not ready to eat. A ripe pomelo will be yellow.
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    Can diabetics eat pomelo?
    Community Answer
    Sure, just remember to count carbs as if it were a grapefruit or large orange.
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    Where are they sold in the UK?
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    You can find them at Morrisons and Lidl's.
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    Can I keep pomelo, once it is peeled, in a container to eat later?
    Community Answer
    Yes you can. Keep it in the fridge, but remember to eat it. It can be kept for up to two weeks.
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