The South African Grapefruit Challenge took place in May 2011. 65 women agreed to eat
one grapefruit every day for a fortnight. Here are some of the key results:

Did You Know?

Modern varieties of grapefruit from South Africa are naturally sweeter – there’s no need to add sugar. Try red and pink varieties if you like additional sweetness

You can buy delicious South African grapefruit throughout the British summer until mid-October. They are available in all major supermarkets.

Do your own South African Grapefruit Challenge

Chef and author Sophie Michell gives you some simple yet inspiring ideas using South African grapefruit

Sophie Michelle uses South African grapefruit in a delicious, citrussy salad
Sophie Michell prepares a superfood fruit salad