1. A Gorgeous Smile
How can Florida Grapefruit and 100% Florida Grapefruit Juice help you have a gorgeous smile? Some say that the secret lies in vitamin C. Florida Grapefruit contains vitamin C, a nutrient that contributes to normal collagen formation, which is an essential component of your gums.* The vitamin C found in Florida Grapefruit and 100% Florida Grapefruit Juice, may help keep teeth healthy by supporting collagen production as a foundation for healthy gum tissue. If you want a stunning smile, you shouldn’t forget the importance of healthy gums!
2. Glowing Skin
Skin care often takes center stage in one’s beauty regime. Vitamin C found in Florida Grapefruit and 100% Florida Grapefruit Juice helps collagen production. Collagen supports skin strength and elasticity. In addition to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, integrating the pink citrus into your overall diet and health regimen may be the way to care for your skin.*
3. Maintaining Healthy Weight
There are many factors that go into maintaining a healthy weight – including what you eat. One way that may help satisfy cravings without over eating is by consuming fruit and vegetables with high water content. One-half of a medium Florida Grapefruit does not only taste refreshing, but it is also fat-free and contains 60 calories.* When it comes to drinking juice, 100% Florida Grapefruit Juice is also fat-free and has fewer calories than many commonly-consumed fruit juices.
4. Pampered Feet and Hands
Aside from reaping the benefits of consuming Florida Grapefruit, you can also use the vibrant citrus to pamper your feet and hands. One easy, soothing tip is to place feet and hands in a bowl of warm water mixed with 100% Florida Grapefruit Juice. For a whole-body treat, the do-it-yourself Grapefruit Salt Scrub is a great way to relax and rejuvenate.
1 Florida Department of Citrus; EU Register of nutrition and health claims made on foods (v.3.5); FoodData Central
2 Florida Department of Citrus, Five Fast Facts on Nutrition and Skin; FoodData Central ; Food Fact Sheet: Skin health