Forbidden Fruit & Stabby Spoons- Grapefruit

This week we’re digging into the bitterly sour contradiction of the citrus world- grapefruit! If you like botanical bafflement, medical mind-benders, and wild victorian displays of wealth, you’ll want to tune in.

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Sources: 

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/grapefruit-history-and-drug-interactions

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/grapefruit-benefits#:~:text=Grapefruits%2C%20like%20oranges%20and%20other,bacteria%20that%20can%20cause%20disease.

https://www.webmd.com/diet/a-z/grapefruit-diet

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/grapefruit-and-medication-a-cautionary-note#:~:text=It%20doesn%27t%20take%20much,still%20evident%20after%2024%20hours.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grapefruit

https://yurekpharmacy.com/grapefruit-forbidden-fruit/#:~:text=It%20was%20first%20described%20in,in%20the%20Garden%20of%20Eden.

https://eatingtools.com/blogs/blog/blog-the-surprising-history-of-spoons-n11

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*Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am just a lady who likes plants, which in no way qualifies me to give you advice on well...anything, really. As always, please consult with your medical care team before making any changes to your diet or medications. *