Apricot and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Heart care, Maintains hormonal balance, Regulation of heart rate, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), 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
11.00 g
99+
62.50 g
4
Fiber
2.00 g
26
5.10 g
10
Sugar
9.00 g
28
57.40 g
3
Protein
1.40 g
16
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.13
13
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
96.00 mcg
6
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.24 mg
22
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
33
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
9.00 mcg
26
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.00 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.89 mg
11
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
3.30 mcg
20
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
89.00 mcg
15
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
2.80 mg
29
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
259.00 mg
26
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.40 mg
29
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
13.00 mg
28
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
23.00 mg
22
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.08 mg
36
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.08 mg
30
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
77.00 mg
26
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
18.00 mg
6
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
86.35 g
31
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.75 g
15
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
48.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
241.00 kcal
33
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
58.00 kcal
23
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
200.00 kcal
26
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
265.00 kcal
31
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Gold Cot, Tilton, Wenatchee, Goldbar, Gold Kist, Tomcot, Harcot, Brittany Gold, Harglow, Hunza, Moorpark, Patterson and Royal Rosa
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Yellowish-orange
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Yellow
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Smooth, Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
China
Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-8
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- 9 Jan is considered as the National Apricot Day.
- Apricots have been around for more than 4000 yrs.
- In latin, the meaning of apricot is 'precious'.
- 95% of apricots in the US are produced by California.
- 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
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
India
Other Countries
Algeria, Egypt, France, Iran, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Spain, Uzbekistan
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus armeniaca
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Fabales
Family
Rosaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Prunus
Tamarindus
Species
P. armeniaca
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Rose
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Apricot and Tamarind
We might think that Apricot and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Apricot and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Apricot and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Apricot and Tamarind with peel is 48.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Apricot and Tamarind belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Apricot and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Apricot belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Apricot belongs to Prunus genus of P. armeniaca species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
