Bilberry

Tamarind

Bilberry and Tamarind

Bilberry

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Improves night vision, Improves stomach health, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure, Reduces blood circulation problems

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

General Benefits

Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Prevents blood clotting in vessels, Treatment of urinary tract infections

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

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Nourishes skin, Protects against skin damage

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Side Effects

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain

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

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., Morning time (before lunch)

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

11.50 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

2.80 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

0.00 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

1.08 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)

0.03 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.58 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.16 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

44.00 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.00 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.00 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

0.00 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.50 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

103.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.80 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

3.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

15.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

9.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

3.30 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.11 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

48.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

60.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

20.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

0.20 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

87.10 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

44.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

43.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

32.00 kcal187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

275.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

43.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

75.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

164.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

293.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tropical

Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Dwarf bilberry, Piper, bog blueberry, Northern bilberry, Mountain bilberry and Oval-leaved bilberry

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Light Green

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Juicy

Tough

Taste

Sweet

Sour-Sweet

Origin

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Moist, Well-aerated

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

4.5-5.55.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

Bilberries are used in manufacturing of alcoholic drinks.
They are used to improve aromas of sorbets.
The green extract of it's leaves is used in textile industry as natural dye.

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

Japan

India

Other Countries

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden

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

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Chile

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Vaccinium myrtillus

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Ericales

Fabales

Family

Ericaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Vaccinium

Tamarindus

Species

Vaccinium myrtillus

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Heath

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Bilberry and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Bilberry and Tamarind with peel is 44.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 43.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Bilberry 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 Bilberry and Tamarind is Ericales and Fabales respectively. Bilberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Bilberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium myrtillus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.