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Banana and Tamarind

Banana
Tamarind
Tamarind and Banana


Benefits
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   
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   
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation   
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots   
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Shiny hair, Softening mask   
Prevents hair loss   
Allergy
  
  
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   
Side Effects
Headache, Intense headache, Tooth decay   
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
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
22.80 g   
11
62.50 g   
4
Fiber
2.60 g   
23
5.10 g   
10
Sugar
12.20 g   
15
57.40 g   
3
Protein
1.10 g   
21
2.80 g   
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05   
22
0.04   
23
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg   
32
30.00 mcg   
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.00 mg   
99+
0.43 mg   
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.10 mg   
10
0.15 mg   
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.70 mg   
17
1.94 mg   
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg   
12
0.14 mg   
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.40 mg   
1
0.07 mg   
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
20.00 mcg   
15
14.00 mcg   
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
8.70 mg   
99+
3.50 mg   
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg   
37
0.10 mg   
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.50 mcg   
32
2.80 mcg   
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
22.00 mcg   
29
0.00 mcg   
36
Choline
9.80 mg   
7
8.60 mg   
8
Fat
0.30 g   
28
0.60 g   
14
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
358.00 mg   
11
628.00 mg   
4
Iron
0.30 mg   
35
2.80 mg   
2
Sodium
1.00 mg   
20
28.00 mg   
2
Calcium
5.00 mg   
99+
74.00 mg   
2
Magnesium
27.00 mg   
7
92.00 mg   
1
Zinc
0.20 mg   
14
0.10 mg   
23
Phosphorus
22.00 mg   
23
113.00 mg   
1
Manganese
0.30 mg   
15
0.10 mg   
31
Copper
0.10 mg   
22
0.00 mg   
99+
Selenium
1.00 mcg   
7
1.30 mcg   
6
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
27.00 mg   
22
0.00 mg   
38
Omega 6s
46.00 mg   
35
0.00 mg   
99+
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
36.00 mg   
3
0.00 mg   
16
Water Content
74.90 g   
99+
82.00 g   
99+
Ash
0.80 g   
13
0.09 g   
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
95.29 kcal   
6
Not Available   
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
89.00 kcal   
7
239.00 kcal   
2
Calories in Frozen Form
85.71 kcal   
7
187.00 kcal   
1
Calories in Dried Form
105.00 kcal   
39
128.00 kcal   
37
Calories in Canned Form
121.00 kcal   
3
Not Available   
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
100.00 kcal   
10
28.00 kcal   
39
Calories in Jam
120.00 kcal   
36
254.00 kcal   
17
Calories in Pie
269.00 kcal   
30
239.00 kcal   
39
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tropical   
Tropical   
Season
All seasons   
Spring, Summer   
Varieties
Cavendish Bananas, Lady Finger Bananas, Pisang Raja, Williams Bananas and Cooking Bananas   
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari   
Seedless Variety
Yes   
No   
Color
Green, Yellow   
Brown, Reddish-brown   
Inside Color
White   
Brown   
Shape
Curving Cylinder   
Curving Cylinder   
Texture
Fleshy   
Tough   
Taste
Sweet   
Sour-Sweet   
Origin
Papua New Guinea   
Africa   
Grows on
Trees   
Trees   
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Well-drained   
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Soil pH
5.5-7   
5.6-6.5   
Climatic Conditions
Warm   
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate   
Facts
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.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes   
Yes   
Beer
Yes   
Yes   
Spirits
Yes   
No   
Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   
Production
  
  
Top Producer
India   
India   
Other Countries
Brazil, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, Indonesia, Philippines, Uganda   
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan   
Top Importer
Europe   
United States of America   
Top Exporter
Ecuador   
Thailand   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana   
Tamarindus indica   
Synonym
Musa × dacca , Musa × sapidisiaca , Musa × sapientum   
Tamarindo, tamarindus   
Classification
Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   
Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   
Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   
Class
Liliopsida   
Liliopsida   
Subclass
Liliidae   
Rosidae   
Order
Zingiberales   
Fabales   
Family
Musaceae   
Fabaceae   
Genus
Musa   
Tamarindus   
Species
M. acuminata , M. balbisiana   
Tamarindus indica   
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.

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