Grapefruit is considered a very healthy food because it's a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, potassium and antioxidants — but there are times when people should avoid the sour citrus. If a person is taking certain medications, then eating whole grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice could lead to serious side effects or make the medicine work less effectively.
But why does grapefruit interact with certain medications, and what are examples of drugs people shouldn't take with grapefruit?
