Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
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Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine
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Color
Pink, Red
Black, Green, Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
Pink
Brown
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet, Tangy
Bitter
Origin
Barbados
Eastern Mediterranean Region
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-87-8
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid, Warm
Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
- In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
- The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
- Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
China
Spain
Other Countries
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey
Top Importer
Japan
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
Italy