Grapefruit

Email this page to a friend

Want news about Grapefruit and more e-mailed to you? Click here for free email alerts

Living the Low Carb Life: Controlled Carbohydrate Eating for Long-Term Weight Loss Jonny Bowden, M.A., C.N.S. See book keywords and concepts

Rather often we eat half a grapefruit. We eat eggs for breakfast, two for Stef, one for me, with lots of butter. Startling improvements in health came to Stef after several weeks on the new diet. He began to lose his overweight almost at once, and lost steadily, eating as much as he pleased and feeling satisfied the while. He lost seventeen pounds; then his weight remained stationary, although the amount he ate was the same. From being slightly irritable and depressed, he became once more his old ebullient, optimistic self.

He limited their carb intake to 60 grams a day, allowed them at least 24 ounces of meat and fat (more if they wanted it), and restricted them to one portion a day of any one of the following: potatoes, rice, grapefruit, grapes, melon, bananas, pears, raspberries, or blueberries. Pennington published a number of articles in prestigious journals such as The New England Journal of Medicine, but he summed up his results with the fat executives best in an interview he gave to Holiday Magazine. I've added the italics for emphasis.

Breakfast was the same each day: half a grapefruit, black coffee or tea, and one slice of protein bread with no topping. (Tarnower gave the recipe for the "protein" bread, though there is absolutely nothing in it that would distinguish it as a "high-protein" bread. It's made of flour, water, yeast, and seasoning.) Twice a week for lunch, you ate all the fruit you wanted, period (plus the requisite black coffee, which seemed to be a part of every meal). The rest of the meals were some combination of protein and vegetables.

Health and Nutrition Secrets Russell L. Blaylock, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

The most effective are oranges, grapefruit, onions, apples, cranberries, and various berries. Tea, both green and white, is also useful. This is why it is important to eat mixed meals, that is meals containing fruits and vegetables as well as proteins, carbohydrates, and fiber. While anemia can lower immunity, taking iron during an active infection or with a known cancer can increase the growth of both. If you are anemic due to low iron, replacement must be done slowly and should be carefully monitored by blood tests. Significantly low iron levels also can interfere with immunity.

Earl Mindell's Supplement Bible: A Comprehensive Guide to Hundreds of NEW Natural Products that Will Help You Live Longer, Look Better, Stay Heathier, ... and Much More! Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

The Bight Amount For internal use, take 10 to 15 drops of grapefruit seed extract in juice or water two to three times daily. Personal Advice Grapefruit seed extract can also be used directly on toenail fungus, which is extremely difficult to treat. For external use, rub a few drops of grapefruit seed extract direcdy on the affected area twice daily until symptoms disappear. Facts New Zealand green lipped mussel extract is one of three Hot 100 supplements that are derived from marine plains or animals, ^Tlie other two are sea cucumber [see page 144] and shark liver oil [see page 145].

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Grapefruit seed extract. Acidophilus. 5 drops Broad-leaved Plantain/Plantago majorjuice on cotton in the ear (with Cinnabaris3xifwithcatarrh and pharyngitis), St. John's Wortoil,Chamomile. Marigold, or Lemon Balm. Lobelia tincture, and Onion oil. Onion and Mustard poultices, overnight on the neck. Echinacea, Wild Indigo, Goldenseal, Elderflowers, Cleavers, Goldenrod,Lobelia tincture, and Chamomile; and Pulsatilla. Yellow Dock, Lobelia, Hops, Aloe Vera, and Echinacea*. Clary Sage. Chamomile, Mullein, and Garlic. * Formula: Burdock, Dandelion, Aloe Vera, Goldenseal, Slippery Elm, and Kelp.

Take orange, lemon, grapefruit juices; Indium; and high grade Protein. SEE Fatigue, Energy, Metabolism, and Thyroid. •SM ALLPOX/Variola/Spotted Death A great ravaging disease, one ofthe deadl iest viruses ever known, affected an estimated 15 million people yearly. Thought to be eradicated in 1980 by the World Health Organization, but makinga comeback in some areas; Amerinds and Negroes are more susceptible. The largest and most complex virus; has 200 genes, 100 for multiplying, and 100 for thwarting body defense mechanisms.

The Healing Power of Rainforest Herbs: A Guide to Understanding and Using Herbal Medicinals Leslie Taylor, ND See book keywords and concepts

The fruit is a large, round woody capsule or pod, about the size of a large grapefruit and weighing up to 2.2 kg. The fruit pods grow at the ends of thick branches, then ripen and fall from the tree from January to June, usually with a loud crashing sound as they fall 150 feet through the canopy like cannon balls. Inside each fruit pod, wedged in like orange segments, are twelve to twenty-five Brazil nuts, each within its own individual shell. Mature Brazil nut trees can produce approximately 300 or more of these fruit pods annually.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Good sources include asparagus, avocados, beet greens, black currants, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, collards, dandelion greens, dulse, grapefruit, kale, lemons, mangos, mustard greens, onions, oranges, papayas, green peas, sweet peppers, persimmons, pineapple, radishes, rose hips, spinach, strawberries, Swiss chard, tomatoes, turnip greens, and watercress. Orange juice is an excellent source of vitamin C, but only if it is freshly squeezed or has been processed by methods that don't involve heating or pasteurization.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Acidic foods, such as grapefruit, tomatoes, oranges, and other citrus fruits, may aggravate cold sores and should be avoided during an outbreak. Testing Techniques n one double-blind trial, topical application of an extract of lemon-balm cream, applied four times daily for five days, led to significantly fewer symptoms and fewer cold sore blisters than experienced by people using a placebo cream. Lemon balm has also been shown to help prevent recurrence of cold sores.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Eat a red grapefruit as often as possible. Daily consumption can lower both total cholesterol and dangerous LDL cholesterol. Beware of drug interactions, though. •Nibble on nuts (such as walnuts, almonds, macadamia nuts, pecans, and pistachios) four or five times a week. They are part of a vegetarian dietary portfolio that includes oats, barley, psyllium, and vegetables high in soluble fiber (eggplant, okra) as well as soy-based substitutes for meat and milk and cholesterol-lowering margarine. • A little bit of high-flavonoid dark chocolate can be good for the heart.

The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Pectin is a soluble fiber that can help lower cholesterol levels through decreasing both absorption and synthesis of cholesterol and is found in apples, bananas, grapefruit, oranges, and pears. Whole fruit contains more pectin than fruit juice. Two pieces of these fruits per day contain enough pectin to reduce the risk of heart disease by 20 percent. Dates also contain the soluble fiber beta-D-glucan. Prunes contain large amounts of phenolic compounds, which inhibit free-radical damage to LDL cholesterol.

During the chronic phase, to help solidify stools, pectin-rich fruits and vegetables, such as pears, apples, grapefruit, carrots, potatoes, and beets may offer some benefit. Also, fresh blueberries have a long historical use in treating diarrhea because of their tannins, which firm up a loose stool. • Carob has been used medicinally as a treatment for diarrhea for centuries, and recent clinical studies have confirmed its clinical effectiveness, particularly for treating infants with diarrhea. Add 1 to 2 teaspoon of carob to applesauce or other food, two to three times daily.

For a salad with a tropical flair, combine chopped grapefruit pieces, cooked shrimp, and chopped avocado and serve on a bed of romaine lettuce. SAFETY Some people are allergic to citrus peels. When such an allergy is suspected, caution must be employed when eating citrus fruit (see "Tips for Preparing"). But whether you are allergic or not, citrus peels should not be eaten in any significant quantity. Citrus peels contain some beneficial oils, but these oils can interfere with some body functions.

Citrus bioflavonoids, formed by two flavonoids joined together, are found in oranges, limes, lemons, and grapefruit. Besides providing antioxidant activity, they appear to improve blood circulation and increase the integrity of capillaries. Citrus bioflavonoids are often included in vitamin C supplements because they enhance the activity of vitamin C. • Isoflavonoids are another category with a similar structure to the 4-oxo-flavonoids and some have estrogenic activity. However, most estrogenic activity occurs only after metabolism by beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract.

As expected, the grapefruit was able to lower high hematocrit levels. However, researchers were surprised to find that it had no effect on normal hematocrit levels and actually increased low hematocrit levels. This balancing action is totally baffling to most drug scientists but not to experienced herbalists, who have used terms such as alterative, amphiteric, adaptogenic, or tonic to describe this effect. It appears that in addition to performing currently understood actions, many foods, as well as herbs, perform actions that are not at all consistent with modern understanding.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Include in your diet three or more servings daily of apples, bananas, grapes, grapefruit, raw nuts, seeds, fresh vegetables, and yogurt. Whole grains and beans should also be an important part of the diet. Q Include in your diet foods that are high in germanium, such as garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and onions. Germanium helps to improve tissue oxygenation at the cellular level. Q Do not consume any coffee, tea (except herbal teas), cola drinks, or chocolate. These foods contain caffeine, which has been implicated in fibrocystic breasts.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

For more information on this subject, see our Guide to grapefruit Interactions at www.peoplespharmacy.com. Chocolate In his 1973 movie Sleeper, Woody Allen plays a character who ends up in a coma on life support due to a medical error. Two hundred years later, he wakes up to find that the conventional dogma on healthy living has been turned upside down. Woody's character is astonished to learn that wheat germ and brown rice, the ideal of 1970s health-food faddists, are considered terrible choices. Instead, hot fudge and steak are the new health foods.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Between uses, store it in hydrogen peroxide or grapefruit seed extract to kill germs (if using hydrogen peroxide, rinse it well before bmshing). There are bacteria-destroying toothbrush sanitizers available that turn on automatically at intervals throughout the day. Q Do not use commercial mouthwashes. Most contain nothing more than flavoring, dye, and alcohol. While they may kill the bacteria that cause bad breath, the bacteria soon return in greater force. Mouthwashes can also irritate the gums, tongue, and mucous membranes in the mouth.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

For dinner, the dieter has (you guessed it) half a grapefruit plus as much meat as he or she wants and a green or red vegetable cooked in butter. People are encouraged to eat until they are full. The sad and simple truth is that there are no shortcuts to the shape you want. Taking off pounds requires taking in less energy than you are using up. This equation has two parts: how much you eat and how much you exercise. Changing either part calls for more effort than many of us can muster in an environment that encourages us to eat more and exercise less.

Some statins interact with other drugs, including amiodarone (Cordarone), certain antibiotics, antifungals, antidepressants, immune-suppressing medicine (cyclosporine), anticoagulants (warfarin, or Coumadin), HIV/AIDS drugs, and other cholesterol-lowering compounds, as well as grapefruit. Monitor liver enzymes and creatine kinase (CK) levels.

Beware of combining it with certain antibiotics, antifungals, antidepressants, immune-suppressing medicine (cyclosporine), anticoagulants (warfarin), HIV/AIDS drugs, other cholesterol-lowering compounds, and grapefruit. Take it only under medical supervision! Monitor liver enzymes and creatine kinase levels. Side effects: Elevated liver enzymes, flatulence, and heartburn. If muscle pain or weakness occurs, stop taking it immediately and consult a physician. Adverse events may be less common than with statin-type medications.

Downside: Pomegranates might interact with some drugs in a manner similar to grapefruit. Anyone taking prescription medicine should check for possible interactions. dation of LDL seems to be a key step in the development of atherosclerosis. In addition, pomegranate juice, like grape juice and aspirin, can help keep blood platelets from clumping together to form unwanted clots. Data also suggest that pomegranate juice may enhance oxygen flow to the heart in patients who have coronary artery disease and might even help combat erectile dysfunction.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Sources of bioflavonoids include apricots, blackberries, cherries, grapefruit, grapes, lemons, oranges, plums, and prunes. Herbs that contain bioflavonoids include chervil, elderberries, hawthorn berry, horsetail, rose hips, and shepherd's purse. Comments Extremely high doses of bioflavonoids may cause diarrhea. Coenzyme Qm Coenzyme Qio is a vitaminlike substance found in all parts of the body, the action of which resembles that of vitamin E. It may be an even more powerful antioxidant. It is also called ubiquinone.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Parasite Blend If your doctor suspects that you have a parasite infection, take a herbal parasite blend with herbs such as garlic, black walnut (Juglans nigra), wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), and grapefruit extract. Take as directed on the container. Homeopathy Pick the remedy that best matches your symptoms in this section. For acute symptoms, take a 30C potency four times daily. After you notice improvement, stop taking the remedy, unless symptoms return. Consultation with a homeopathic practitioner is advised.

The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II See book keywords and concepts

I now cut up a grapefruit and eat it as a snack. I really like it! I would have never done that before; I actually think my tastes are getting more sensitive. I was avoiding eating out—something I used to do constantly—for fear of not having a vegan option. But I'm getting more adventurous now. I've found some new restaurants that have some great vegan side dishes, including a wonderful local Vietnamese place (I know that most Vietnamese food isn't strictly vegan, since they use a fish sauce in many dishes, but for nutritional purposes it's very close).

If It's Not Food, Don't Eat It! The No-nonsense Guide to an Eating-for-Health Lifestyle Kelly Harford, M.C., C.N.C. See book keywords and concepts

For those who are allergic to oranges, substitute orange juice with grapefruit or pineapple juice. Or try apple juice with a small squirt of fresh lemon juice. coco-nutty fruit salad Vi-l apple or pear, chopped into bite-sized bits 1 medium banana, sliced small handful walnut pieces or sliced almonds 2 tbsp. coconut milk sprinkle of cinnamon grated fresh ginger to taste (opt) Combine ingredients in bowl. Best when served immediately. Serves 1-2. Options: Double or triple recipe, add berries, cherries, grapes, or orange slices. dr.

Why weight loss requires strength training, even in women and seniors Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

I know there are a lot of books out there that say well, you can just change your foods, or you can consume this one particular food like grapefruit or cabbage, or you can go on the popular low-carb diet. I know some people have success with that, but I think the vast majority of people don't really meet their weight loss goals just by changing their foods. What's missing is that body component, the strength training, the movement, the flexibility, and also the cardiovascular training.

The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Grapefruit reduces the activity enzymes in the liver that your body uses to break down cholesterol-lowering "statin" drugs. If the drugs are not metabolized, they remain in the body in higher concentrations. This increases the risk of unwanted toxic effects, such as liver or muscle damage. sorghum but not in most other grains and are powerful antioxidants that research shows exhibit potent free radical-scavenging activity. Eat a variety of fruits for their antioxidant effects (see "Flavonoids," page 143) and soluble fiber.

What Color is Your Diet? David Heber, M.D., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

When taken at usual doses, the blood levels of the drug are found to be twice as high after drinking double-strength grapefruit juice for three days. There is an enzyme on the surface of the small intestine whose production is inhibited by chemicals in the grapefruit juice. This type of interaction of chemicals in grapefruit juice with your genes is an example of how diet can powerfully affect the body's enzyme systems. There are many other examples mentioned later, but the point is that these enzyme changes also can protect your body from chemicals in the diet or the environment.

page 6 of 27 | Next ->

FAIR USE NOTICE: The research quoted here is provided under the protection of Fair Use provisions and published by the 501(c)3 non-profit Consumer Wellness Center for the purposes of public comment and education. Authors / publishers may submit books for consideration of inclusion here.

TERMS OF USE: Read full terms of use. Citations of text from NaturalPedia must include: 1) Full credit to the original author and book title. 2) Secondary credit to the Natural News Naturalpedia as a research resource and a link to www.NaturalNews.com/np/index.html

This unique compilation of research is copyright (c) 2008 by the non-profit Consumer Wellness Center.

ABOUT THE CREATOR OF NATURALPEDIA: Mike Adams, the creator of this NaturalNews Naturalpedia, is the editor of NaturalNews.com, the internet's top natural health news site, creator of the Honest Food Guide (www.HonestFoodGuide.org), a free downloadable consumer food guide based on natural health principles, author of Grocery Warning, The 7 Laws of Nutrition, Natural Health Solutions, and many other books available at www.TruthPublishing.com, creator of the earth-friendly EcoLEDs company (www.EcoLEDs.com) that manufactures energy-efficient LED lighting products, founder of Arial Software (www.ArialSoftware.com), a permission e-mail technology company, creator of the CounterThink Cartoon series (www.NaturalNews.com/index-cartoons.html) and author of over 1,500 articles, interviews, special reports and reference guides available at www.NaturalNews.com. Adams' personal philosophy and health statistics are available at www.HealthRanger.org.