Grapefruit juice, pink or red, with added calcium
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This is a vibrant, calcium-fortified pink or red grapefruit juice, offering a sweet-tart flavor with a smooth, refreshing texture. Its standout nutritional feature is the significant boost of calcium, providing about 350mg per 240ml serving, which is over a third of the daily value. It remains a low-calorie, hydrating beverage packed with vitamin C.
Calorie split: 5% protein · 79% carbs · 16% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its distinctive, bright flavor that balances sweetness and acidity perfectly. It's a classic breakfast staple and a versatile base for cocktails and mocktails.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high acidity can be harsh on tooth enamel and may trigger heartburn in some. Those on certain medications, like statins or blood pressure drugs, should consult a doctor due to potential interactions. To counteract acidity, drink it through a straw and rinse your mouth with water afterward; pair it with a protein-rich breakfast to stabilize blood sugar.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of calcium for bone health
- Rich in vitamin C for immune support
- Contains lycopene, a potent antioxidant
- Low in calories and fat-free
- May aid in hydration
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The pink and red color comes from lycopene, the same antioxidant that makes tomatoes red, which is more stable in juice than in fresh fruit.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 90.8 g |
| Energy | 39.0 kcal |
| Energy | 164 kj |
| Protein | 0.51 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.68 g |
| Ash | 0.29 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.30 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g |
| Sucrose | 2.5 g |
| Glucose | 2.7 g |
| Fructose | 2.8 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 146 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.06 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 9.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 16.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 132 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 22.2 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin | 0.20 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 12.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 12.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 12.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 16.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 188 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 3.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 320 iu |
| Lycopene | 297 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 14.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.17 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.16 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.15 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.30 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.23 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Grapefruit, sections, canned, juice pack, solids and liquids — USDA does not publish this profile for Grapefruit juice.
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.01 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.01 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.01 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.04 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.01 g |
| Valine | 0.01 g |
| Arginine | 0.08 g |
| Histidine | 0.01 g |
| Alanine | 0.02 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.13 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.01 g |
| Proline | 0.06 g |
| Serine | 0.03 g |
FAQ
How much calcium does it have compared to milk?
A 240ml (1 cup) serving typically provides about 350mg of calcium, which is roughly 30-35% of the Daily Value, comparable to a cup of milk.
Is the added calcium as absorbable as the calcium in dairy?
Yes, the calcium added to juices is often calcium citrate or calcium phosphate, which are well-absorbed forms, especially when consumed with a meal.
Why is it pink or red?
The color comes from natural pigments called lycopene and beta-carotene, which are more concentrated in pink and red grapefruit varieties.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.39 kcal/g · 5% calories from protein · 0.3 g fiber · 8.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.02 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.