How to store grapefruit? Is the flesh of grapefruit white or red?

For white grapefruit, its peel is generally golden yellow and relatively thin, so it is also called "golden grapefruit" and tastes relatively sweet. In addition to white grapefruit, there is also red grapefruit. There is a slight difference between the two. If you like to eat this kind of grapefruit, you must pay attention to eating fresh and well-preserved grapefruit, which is good for our health.

Contents of this article

1. How to store grapefruit

2. Is grapefruit flesh white or red?

3. Precautions for eating grapefruit

How to store grapefruit

Whole grapefruits are relatively more durable in storage because they are protected by the skin. They are usually stored alone in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. If they are to be stored with other fruits, it is recommended to be stored in the refrigerator.

When a grapefruit is cut, it will be exposed to the air. If it is not stored properly, it will easily deteriorate. It is generally recommended to wrap the exposed part with plastic wrap and then refrigerate it in the refrigerator, but it should also be consumed as soon as possible.

Is grapefruit flesh white or red?

There are both white and red ones.

Grapefruit is a plant of the genus Citrus in the Rutaceae family. It can generally be divided into two types according to the color of the flesh: white-fleshed grapefruit and red-fleshed grapefruit.

For white-fleshed grapefruit, the peel is generally golden yellow and relatively thin, so it is also called "golden grapefruit" and tastes relatively sweet; while for red-fleshed grapefruit, the peel is generally yellow with a hint of red, and is also called "pomelo". The flesh has a very strong aroma and tastes relatively sour.

Precautions for eating grapefruit

1. Grapefruit is cold in nature. People with severe body coldness or weak constitution should not eat grapefruit.

2. Do not eat grapefruit while taking medication, especially when taking high blood pressure medication, lipid-lowering medication, or angina medication, because grapefruit may enhance the efficacy of the medication and cause danger.

3. When eating grapefruit, be careful to control the amount to avoid excessive potassium intake and cause kidney burden.