Calorie comparison
Grapefruit vs Orange
Per 100 grams, grapefruit is the lighter choice by 5 calories, while orange delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Grapefruit | Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 | 47 |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 11 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍊 Grapefruit
1/2 fruit (123 g)
52 cal
1 g protein · 13.5 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🍊 Orange
1 medium (131 g)
62 cal
1.2 g protein · 15.7 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, grapefruit or orange?
Per 100 g, grapefruit has 42 calories and orange has 47. Grapefruit is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, grapefruit or orange?
Grapefruit has 0.8 g of protein per 100 g; orange has 0.9 g. Orange wins on protein.
Is grapefruit or orange better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward grapefruit — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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