Waking Up. 1  1. Do not press the snooze button. Wake up as soon as your alarm goes off. 2  2. Seek light immediately. Human brains are wired to respond to light as a cue to awaken from sleep. 3  3. Have a moderate amount of coffee. Caffeine is a powerful stimulant.
Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, a vitamin that helps to support the immune system. Vitamin C-rich foods like grapefruit may help reduce cold symptoms or severity of cold symptoms; over 20 scientific studies have suggested that vitamin C is a cold-fighter.
Grapefruits may also offer benefit for controlling blood sugar levels and sensitizing the body to insulin. While taking it to the extreme and following the grapefruit diet is not recommended, adding them in before breakfast, or any time of the day, may offer some health benefits. Before you add grapefruits to your diet, make sure to clear it with your doctor first if you are taking any medication.