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Have you ever heard of the grapefruit diet? What about the Hollywood diet? Or perhaps the Mayo diet? If you said yes to any of these you are familiar with grapefruit weight loss programs. This program has evolved from as far back as the 1930s and despite all of the publicity of this diet over the past 80 years, no one has ever claimed fame to this diet! That is a big surprise if you consider that the grapefruit loss program is said to have developed in the Hollywood scene! The diet has not evolved all that much although now…

Fruit and vegetables are essential to a healthy diet. The scant number of calories in grapefruit make it a dieter's delight, and the intense flavor makes a gourmet dish out of the simplest meals. Grapefruit is a citrus, and as such, plays well with other citrus fruits and can sometimes substitute for them in recipes. Lemonade would be enhanced by the slightly exotic flavor of grapefruit syrup, and orange salads would look even more festive with a few slices of Ruby Red, the Texas specialty. Layer grapefruit sections with low-fat sweetened yogurt, and other fruits for a low-calorie dessert. Both…

How you ever heard of the Grapefruit Diet? The chances are you have. Grapefruit weight loss has been around since at least the 1930s when this diet became part of popular culture as a quick weight loss regime also known as the Hollywood Diet or the Mayo Diet. For those who actually enjoy the bitter sweet flavor of grapefruit, grapefruit weight loss is perfect for them. Those who are not thrilled by the flavor are not going to be thrilled by the grapefruit weight loss plan as it involves the consumption of a considerable amount o grapefruit. There are two…

This holiday season lessen your stress by using fruit delivery to make sure the house is stocked with all the citrus fruit you will need to create delicious holiday treats. Citrus fruit is in high demand during the holidays because so many people are baking, cooking big meals, and entertaining throughout the season. Your local market may not be able to keep up with the demand for citrus fruits and you may find yourself having to drive to several markets to get the fruit that you need to create your delicious signature holiday drinks and dishes. Don't take the chance…

Image by Calvert Cafe & Catering via Flickr Gift baskets are the perfect gift for any occasion but they don't have to be generic. You can pick fruit gift baskets that have special kinds of fruit based on the preferences of the person receiving the basket, or you can choose gift baskets with containers that are created specifically for certain events or holidays, like a fresh fruit assortment in a bushel basket wrapped in red, white and blue ribbons for the 4th of July. You can put together a fruit basket yourself, but for special occasion gifts it's much better…

If you are at risk for heart disease, there could be several reasons why. It could be hereditary, and have nothing to do with your diet, weight or any other factors that are usually an indicator of heart disease or being at risk for it. Others have to do with cholesterol. Cholesterol is a plaque that can go through your blood stream and attach itself to the arteries that go through your body, particularly through your heart. Fortunately, there are many ways to try and lower your cholesterol, and one of them is through the use of grapefruit pectin. Grapefruit…

While every citrus fruit has a variety of healthy qualities, some of the nutritional facts about grapefruit might make you think this particular fruit is even higher on the scale. For instance, grapefruit contains antioxidants with cancer-fighting properties, something that is unique and not present in all of the citrus fruits. It is essential for consumers to know about the more important nutritional facts about grapefruit in order to make healthy selections in the fruits they purchase for their families. Lack of knowledge is one of the major reasons people do not eat healthier; they just don't know the ingredients…

Image by quinn.anya via Flickr As many are already aware, one of the best times to give fruit gifts is during the holiday season. Why? Well, it's in the late fall through the winter months that so many grapefruits and oranges are available fresh, and there are any number of Texas citrus fruits that are sure to make any holiday gift a special one. Whether it's a Henderson grapefruit display or a basket of Clementine tangerines, there are sevearl Texas citrus varieties that will make for special gifts. First of all, it's grapefruits that have created such a great reputation…

Most nutritionists want you to lower your cholesterol, unless it is already at a great level. But lets face it – most diets today are quite high in cholesterol. In todays busy society, fast and convenient foods are what the masses use to eat. Unfortunately, a lot of these foods have high fat and cholesterol levels. You can go to the doctor and have them prescribe something to take care of this, or skip the big drug and doctor bill and try grapefruit pectin instead. What is grapefruit pectin? It is a type of soluble fiber that can be found…

Image by Muffet via Flickr Unlike other forms of citrus fruits, the grapefruit has a lovehate relationship with consumers. While many love the tangy flavor it offers, others find it to be too bitter for their enjoyment. But perhaps that is because they haven't found the right grapefruit for them. You see, just like other fruits they come in different varieties. Plus, some of the best are grown in Florida. Often when you think of grapefruit you think of the pinkish interior, but the sweet ruby red variety gives you all the tang of grapefruit with a nice sweet overtone.…