Is grapefruit dangerous?

Normally grapefruit is not dangerous, as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Of course, if you are allergic to grapefruit, it can be a danger, so should be avoided. But the reason people have heard about grapefruit being potentially harmful relates to its possible interaction with some medications. In some cases, grapefruit can interact with certain medications to prevent the medication from breaking down in the usual time intended. If you’re taking any medications, talk to your doctor about whether it’s safe or not to consume them with grapefruit or grapefruit juice. If your doctor says it is not safe, then you’ll need to be careful not to combine any grapefruit product (fruit, juice, anything made with grapefruit) with your medication.