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Before you begin using any essential oil including grapefruit oil you want to make sure you conduct some research. You should allow yourself to become educated in the benefits of grapefruit oil as well as any drawbacks that might exist. For example, if you live where there is a great deal of sun, you may need to be careful after you apply grapefruit oil to your skin as strong sun can cause an irritation. While grapefruit oil is not likely to cause sensitivity to the skin or anywhere within the body, if you are purchasing products that include grapefruit oil,…

When it comes to citrus fruits, navel oranges are some of the most in demand variety. What make naval oranges standout among other variety of citrus fruits? This type of citrus fruit is rich is vitamin C, B, A, folic acid and traces of potassium, calcium, copper, iron and manganese that are essential for good health. Medium size naval oranges contain around 130% daily value of vitamin C. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, plays a vital role in warding off certain types of diseases. Studies show that people who are deficient in Vitamin C often suffer from a…

The history of Texas grapefruit is more like a peach – a little bit on the fuzzy side. The origins of the grapefruit were not well known and in some cases inferences had to be made as to how a particular type of grapefruit was brought to different countries, including the United States. This is because almost all citrus fruits originated in China, except for the grapefruit, which is thought to be a hybrid between an orange and a pummelo. Texas grapefruit came to Texas by the way of seeds. Spanish settlers most likely brought the seeds with them from…

A lot of people feel that the best way to eat is to do so seasonally. Dieticians will tell you that certain fruits or vegetables are available during differing months because they are better for the body during those months. For example, in the hot summer months you often find juicier fruits and veggies like tomatoes, cucumbers and watermelons are in season that can help hydrate and refresh. In winter a lot of heartier items like greens and squash are in season. So where does Texas grapefruit stand in seasonal produce? Luckily for those who love the bright red flesh…

For a fruit bursting with exotic flavor and antioxidants, the lean number of calories in grapefruit will help keep you lean, too. Grapefruit varieties are quite diverse in terms of color and flavor, from slightly bitter to a mix of tart and sweet. Red, pink, and white flesh is common in grapefruit, and all three varieties are readily available year round. Outer skin is almost always yellow, but some have a pinkish blush. Pale skin does not equal pale flesh, so the label or shelf tag will usually indicate the variety and internal flesh color. The sweet Ruby Red variation,…

If you have oily skin, or if your skin looks dull after you wash it no matter what you wash it with, a grapefruit toner is an easy and cheap way to get a natural healthy glow and restore the balance of your skin. Homemade beauty products are great for skin, and homemade products that use fresh grapefruit juice can fight aging as well as some expensive store products. Grapefruit juice is full of antioxidants, which fight free radicals on the surface of the skin as well as inside your body. Free radicals can make fine lines and wrinkles worse…

Ruby red grapefruit is fairly new to the citrus family. Created by cross pollinating various other citrus fruit the ruby red grapefruit came about in the mid 1800s but it did not become very popular in the United States until the 1900s. The name for grapefruit came about because of the nature of how the fruit grows on the tree. These large fruit grow in clusters similar to grapes, in groupings of 10 to 20 fruit, but this varies greatly. At first it was only grown as a decorative tree in Florida but then in the late 1800s the commercial…