American Persimmon

Tamarind

American Persimmon and Tamarind

American Persimmon

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots

Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

33.50 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

3.60 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

12.50 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.80 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

81.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.01 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

-1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

-0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

-0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

-2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

-0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

-0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.60 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.40 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

310.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

2.50 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

27.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

9.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.11 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

26.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.36 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.11 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.20 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

-0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

20.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

16.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

64.40 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.90 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

70.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

-187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

-239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tropical

Season

Autumn, Winter

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari

Seedless Variety

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Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Yellow

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Juicy

Tough

Taste

Sweet

Sour-Sweet

Origin

Eastern United States

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6.5-7.55.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

China

India

Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

United States of America

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Diospyros virginiana

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Ericales

Fabales

Family

Ebenaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Diospyros

Tamarindus

Species

D. virginiana

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Tamarind

We might think that American Persimmon and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Tamarind is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Tamarind with peel is 127.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 70.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Tamarind belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Tamarind is Ericales and Fabales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.