Grapefruit Juice
Grapefruit juice, white, canned or bottled, unsweetened
Nutrition Facts & Macros
| Amount Per Serving | Per 1 cup (247g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories 85 | Calories from Fat 0 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0g | ||
| Polyunsaturated (PUFA) 0g | ||
| Omega-3 Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 Fat 0g | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 7mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 20g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% | |
| Sugar 18g | ||
| Alcohol 0g | ||
| Protein 1g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C 70mg | 78% | |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% | |
| Iron 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Calcium 35mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 0mcg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 0mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K 0mcg | 0% | |
| Vitamin E 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A 86IU | 2% | |
| Folate 25mcg | 6% | |
| Potassium 319mg | 7% | |
| Magnesium 20mg | 5% | |
| Zinc 0.2mg | 2% | |
| Niacin 0.6mg | 3% | |
| Riboflavin 0mg | 4% | |
| Thiamin 0.1mg | 9% | |
| Phosphorus 37mg | 3% | |
| Selenium 0mcg | 0% | |
| Manganese 0mg | 2% | |
| Copper 0.1mg | 9% | |
| Choline 19mg | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid 0.3mg | 6% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
Calories per gram: Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4
Other Nutrients
Per 1 cup (247g)
| Ash | 0.5g | |
|---|---|---|
| Sucrose | 4.2g | |
| Glucose (dextrose) | 6.4g | |
| Fructose | 7.2g | |
| Lactose | 0g | |
| Maltose | 0g | |
| Water | 225.3g | |
| Caffeine | 0mg | |
| Theobromine | 0mg | |
| Energy | 350.7kJ | |
| Galactose | 0g | |
| Fluoride, F | 110.9mcg | |
| Retinol | 0mcg | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 4.9mcg | |
| Carotene, beta | 49.4mcg | |
| Carotene, alpha | 4.9mcg | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0mcg | |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 2.5mcg | |
| Lycopene | 0mcg | |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 24.7mcg | |
| Folic acid | 0mcg | |
| Folate, food | 24.7mcg | |
| Folate, DFE | 24.7mcg | |
| Vitamin E, added | 0mg | |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0mcg | |
| DHA | 0g | |
| EPA | 0g | |
Source: USDA Nutrient Database. Protein daily value based on ISSN Position Stand for an individual weighing ~150 lbs.
Grapefruit juice FAQ
Table of Contents
- Is grapefruit juice high in sugar?
- Is grapefruit juice high in potassium?
- Is grapefruit juice high in Vitamin C?
- Does grapefruit juice increase estrogen?
- Is grapefruit juice gluten free?
- Is grapefruit juice low FODMAP?
Is grapefruit juice high in sugar?
Yes, grapefruit juice can be relatively high in sugar. One cup (about 250 ml) of unsweetened grapefruit juice contains around 18 grams of sugar. To compare, the American Heart Association recommends no more than 25 grams of added sugars per day for women and 36 grams for men. It’s important to note this sugar is naturally occurring, but it still counts toward your daily intake and can add up if you consume a lot of fruit or fruit juice.
Is grapefruit juice high in potassium?
Yes, grapefruit juice is a good source of potassium. One cup of unsweetened grapefruit juice provides about 400 milligrams of potassium, which is about 8% of the recommended daily value (DV) of 4700 milligrams for adults.
Is grapefruit juice high in Vitamin C?
Yes, grapefruit juice is very high in Vitamin C. A one-cup serving of grapefruit juice contains about 70 milligrams of Vitamin C, which is almost 100% of the recommended daily value of 75 milligrams for adult women and almost reaches the 90 milligrams recommended for adult men.
Does grapefruit juice increase estrogen?
Yes, grapefruit juice can potentially increase estrogen levels. This is because certain chemicals found in grapefruit can inhibit an enzyme in the body that normally breaks down estrogen, leading to a slight increase in your blood’s estrogen levels. However, the exact magnitude of this increase has not been clearly established and may certainly vary.
Is grapefruit juice gluten free?
Most commercially available grapefruit juices should be gluten-free, as they are typically made entirely from fruit, which does not naturally contain gluten. However, flavored or fortified grapefruit juices could potentially contain additives or flavorings that contain gluten. Whenever in doubt, try to buy pure and natural grapefruit juice or check the product label.
Is grapefruit juice low FODMAP?
Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice in small servings (up to 125ml) is considered low FODMAP according to Monash University research. FODMAPs are types of carbohydrates that some people have difficulty digesting, so for people with IBS or other gastrointestinal disorders, consuming low FODMAP foods may alleviate symptoms. However, as FODMAP content can change with respect to ripeness and food processing, it is recommended that those strictly following a low FODMAP diet should consult a dietitian or use the Monash University ‘Monash FODMAP’ app for up-to-date and detailed information.