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
100 g
Carbs
33.50 g62.50 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
NA5.10 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
NA57.40 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)
NA30.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
NA0.43 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
NA0.15 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
NA1.94 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
NA0.14 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
NA0.07 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
NA14.00 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)
NA0.10 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
NA2.80 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
NA0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
NA0.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
NA8.60 mg
0
14.2
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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
NA92.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
NA0.10 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
26.00 mg113.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
NA0.10 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
NA0.00 mg
0
2
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Selenium
NA1.30 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
NA0.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
NA0.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
NA0.00 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
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
127.00 kcalNA
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
NA239.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
NA187.00 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
276.00 kcal128.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
NANA
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
25.00 kcal28.00 kcal
17
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
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
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros virginiana
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Fabales
Family
Ebenaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Diospyros
Tamarindus
Species
D. virginiana
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Tamarind Sub