Grapefruit: Winter's Sunshine

There's a reason fresh grapefruit appears in the dead
of winter- it's a natural cold fighter, arriving when we're
most susceptible to sniffling and sneezing. A single
grapefruit packs a lot of punch: It's an excellent source
of vitamins C and A. It also offers heart-healthy fiber
and potassium, which can help lower cholesterol. And
thanks to the presence of lycopene in pink and red
grapefruit, it may even protect against certain kinds of
cancer.
Make sure to check with your doctor if you are taking
any medications as there could be a negative reaction.
Quick tip
Select grapefruit that is heavy for its size; this indicates a
higher concentration of juice. While scratches or scales
don't affect flavor, overly rough or wrinkled skin usually
means a thicker skin and therefore less juice.
-Taste Magazine, January 2013