Many dieters claim that grapefruit helps control weight, and now scientists have verified this claim through animal studies. Research shows that drinking a little grapefruit juice while consuming high-fat foods can effectively control weight gain. At the same time, grapefruit also has remarkable effects on controlling blood sugar levels, comparable to prescription medications.

    Drinking grapefruit juice with meals can help control weight .

　　The experiment was conducted on mice, but researchers say the results are equally applicable to humans. The mice were fed a high-fat diet for three months; one group also received grapefruit juice, while the other group received only water. After three months, researchers found that the mice that received grapefruit juice gained an average of 18% less weight than the other group, and also had lower blood sugar and insulin levels.

　　The health benefits of grapefruit still require further investigation. Scientists remind people that grapefruit can be included as part of a healthy weight loss diet, but it should not be the sole source of nutrition. In fact, the grapefruit diet, also known as the Hollywood diet, has been popular for many years.