Banana

Tamarind

Banana and Tamarind

Banana

Tamarind

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Muscle pain relief, Piles treatment, Prevents constipation, Skin cleansing, Ulcer treatment

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

1.1.1 General Benefits

Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

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

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

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

1.3 Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Shiny hair, Softening mask

Prevents hair loss

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Lightheadedness, Swelling, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Weak or racing pulse, Wheezing

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

1.5 Side Effects

Headache, Intense headache, Tooth decay

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

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

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

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

22.80 g62.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

2.60 g5.10 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

12.20 g57.40 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

1.10 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.050.04

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

3.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.00 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.70 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.40 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

20.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

8.70 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.50 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

22.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

9.80 mg8.60 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.30 g0.60 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

358.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.30 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

5.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

27.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.20 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

22.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.30 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.10 mg0.00 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.00 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

27.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

46.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

36.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

74.90 g82.00 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.80 g0.09 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

95.29 kcalNA

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

89.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

85.71 kcal187.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

105.00 kcal128.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

121.00 kcalNA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

100.00 kcal28.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

120.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

269.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tropical

Tropical

4.2 Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

Cavendish Bananas, Lady Finger Bananas, Pisang Raja, Williams Bananas and Cooking Bananas

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Green, Yellow

Brown, Reddish-brown

4.6 Inside Color

White

Brown

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

4.8 Texture

Fleshy

Tough

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Sour-Sweet

4.10 Origin

Papua New Guinea

Africa

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Well-drained

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-75.6-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Warm

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

As bananas contain potassium-40 which is radioactive isotope of potassium, bananas are radioactive.
Bananas float in water.
There are around 1000 varieties of bananas.
Eating this fruit will cheer you up.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

India

5.3.2 Other Countries

Brazil, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, Indonesia, Philippines, Uganda

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

5.3.3 Top Importer

Europe

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Ecuador

Thailand

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana

Tamarindus indica

6.2 Synonym

Musa × dacca , Musa × sapidisiaca , Musa × sapientum

Tamarindo, tamarindus

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Liliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Liliidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Zingiberales

Fabales

7.8 Family

Musaceae

Fabaceae

7.9 Genus

Musa

Tamarindus

7.10 Species

M. acuminata , M. balbisiana

Tamarindus indica

7.11 Generic Group

Banana

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Banana and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Banana and Tamarind with peel is 95.29 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 89.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Banana 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 Banana and Tamarind is Zingiberales and Fabales respectively. Banana belongs to Musaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Banana belongs to Musa genus of M. acuminata , M. balbisiana species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.