Grapefruit Juice
Grapefruit has a reputation for being a fruit that doctors often recommend due to its multitude of health benefits, but there’s a caveat. While grapefruit juice can be fantastic for a liver detox, there are some situations where it isn’t a good idea, primarily due to your bioavailability. Bioavailability refers to the body’s ability to absorb vitamins and nutrients. Grapefruit can help you absorb more of the foods you eat by increasing bioavailability, but the same can be said about medication. Prescription drugs are formulated with the body’s average bioavailability in mind. This is why doctors do not recommend grapefruit juice for anyone who is taking medication.
For the most part, grapefruit juice can be great for the body, but it could make medication more effective than it needs to be. As such, if you’re considering drinking grapefruit juice as part of your liver detox plan, let your doctor know. If you are taking medication and are unsure if you should drink grapefruit juice, get confirmation from your doctor before pushing through. Otherwise, grapefruit is surprisingly effective at helping avoid liver disease.
