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Green-skinned grapefruit is a grapefruit variety that originated in Ben Tre province, then was grown in many different areas in the Southwest. But until now, Ben Tre is still famous for its output and quality. Green-skinned grapefruit has been recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam as a national variety and has been exported to many different markets around the world.

Green-skinned grapefruit weighs an average of 1.2 to over 1.4 kg/fruit. The peel is green to slightly yellowish green when ripe. The peel is easy to peel and quite thin. The grapefruit segments are pink-red, tightly packed and easily separated from the segment walls, have a sweet, non-sour taste and a characteristic aroma. Not only delicious, green-skinned grapefruit also contains many nutrients that are good for health such as: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin B2, vitamin P, carotene, insulin … and trace elements such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron …

Perhaps because it contains many nutrients, grapefruit is known as a fruit with the effect of supporting the treatment of many diseases such as:

+ Rich potassium has an ideal therapeutic effect for people with kidney disease, and cerebrovascular disease.

+ Fresh grapefruit contains insulin, which is also a good food for people with diabetes.

+ Vitamin P helps strengthen the function of pores in the skin, helping wounds heal quickly.

+ Calorie content can help reduce fat and have a beautifying effect on the skin, in line with the principle of “natural beauty” of women, is the most suitable fruit for girls to choose in the fall and winter.
+ Vitamin C in grapefruit reduces cholesterol levels in the blood, and is also beneficial for the absorption of calcium and iron, helping to strengthen the body. If you use grapefruit juice as a mask for your skin, it will have a moisturizing effect, preventing wrinkles and crow’s feet.
+ Grapefruit peel has the effect of promoting blood circulation, improving metabolism, and the diffusion of flavor can also eliminate fatigue and reduce stress.
Regularly eating grapefruit has the effect of supporting the treatment of patients with high blood pressure