According to an article written by healthline, grapefruit is a citrus fruit which is healthy, because it contains nutrients, antioxidants and fiber. It can also reduce your risk of getting heart disease. With all these benefits, there are some people who are advised to avoid eating grape fruits because of its side effects. This article will look at 2 types of people, who should avoid eating grapefruits. They include the following:
1. People on certain types of medications
Grapefruits can affect people taking medications like immuno suppressants, benzodiazepines, indinavir, and carbamazepine. Grape fruits contains substances that restrains an enzyme in the body called, cytochrome p450. This enzyme helps to break down some medications you take. Taking grapefruit while on these medications can cause overdose, which can affect you negatively.
2. People with sensitive teeth
People with sensitive teeth are advised to avoid citric fruits like grape, because it is acidic. This may lead to tooth enamel erosion.
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