Grapefruit is a unique genetic hybrid cross between a pomelo and an orange. It is popular among the health and fitness communities for its weight loss properties due to its profound effects on human hormone signaling and metabolism. **can possibly interfere with certain medications.

     Grapefruit is one of the best sources of lycopene after tomatoes. Lycopene is a very powerful carotenoid with potent antioxidant activity. Its antioxidant activity is independent of vitamin A because it is not converted into retinol like other carotenoids such as beta-carotene.

     Grapefruit is also host to a plethora of other beneficial plant compounds such as terpenes, flavonoids, and anthocyanins.