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Blackcurrant and Tamarind


Tamarind and Blackcurrant


Benefits

Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health, Muscle pain relief, Treatment of alzheimer's disease   
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment   

General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold   
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain   

Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, 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
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends   
Prevents hair loss   

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling   
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting   

Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color   
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., 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   
100 g   

Carbs
15.40 g   
24
62.50 g   
4

Fiber
Not Available   
5.10 g   
10

Sugar
Not Available   
57.40 g   
3

Protein
1.40 g   
16
2.80 g   
4

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09   
16
0.04   
23

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg   
25
30.00 mcg   
17

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg   
21
0.43 mg   
1

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg   
20
0.15 mg   
4

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg   
99+
1.94 mg   
2

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg   
7
0.14 mg   
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg   
26
0.07 mg   
26

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available   
14.00 mcg   
21

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg   
2
3.50 mg   
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg   
9
0.10 mg   
37

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available   
2.80 mcg   
22

Lycopene
Not Available   
0.00 mcg   
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available   
0.00 mcg   
36

Choline
Not Available   
8.60 mg   
8

Fat
0.40 g   
21
0.60 g   
14

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
322.00 mg   
15
628.00 mg   
4

Iron
1.54 mg   
9
2.80 mg   
2

Sodium
2.00 mg   
18
28.00 mg   
2

Calcium
55.00 mg   
4
74.00 mg   
2

Magnesium
24.00 mg   
10
92.00 mg   
1

Zinc
0.27 mg   
11
0.10 mg   
23

Phosphorus
59.00 mg   
5
113.00 mg   
1

Manganese
0.26 mg   
18
0.10 mg   
31

Copper
0.09 mg   
25
0.00 mg   
99+

Selenium
Not Available   
1.30 mcg   
6

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
72.00 mg   
11
0.00 mg   
38

Omega 6s
107.00 mg   
18
0.00 mg   
99+

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
Not Available   
0.00 mg   
16

Water Content
81.96 g   
99+
82.00 g   
99+

Ash
0.86 g   
12
0.09 g   
99+

Calories

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal   
16
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
283.00 kcal   
20
128.00 kcal   
37

Calories in Canned Form
Not Available   
Not Available   

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal   
8
28.00 kcal   
39

Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal   
28
254.00 kcal   
17

Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal   
29
239.00 kcal   
39

Characteristics

Type
Berry   
Tropical   

Season
Summer   
Spring, Summer   

Varieties
Ben Sarek, Ben Lomond, Ben Hope, Ben Connan, Ben Avon, Ben Gairn, Ben Dorain, Ben Hope, Ben Sarek, Ben Tirran, Big Ben, Ebony, Foxendown, Titania and Ben Alder   
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari   

Seedless Variety
No   
No   

Color
Black   
Brown, Reddish-brown   

Inside Color
Grey   
Brown   

Shape
Round   
Curving Cylinder   

Texture
Juicy   
Tough   

Taste
Tart   
Sour-Sweet   

Origin
Asia, Europe   
Africa   

Grows on
Trees   
Trees   

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained   

Soil pH
6-6.5   
5.6-6.5   

Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist   
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate   

Facts

Facts about
  • The life of black currant plant is 20-30 years.
  • Oil extracted from black currant seeds is used in production of skin care products.
  • Black currant berries are major source of food for the birds.
  
  • 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
Not Available   
Yes   

Production
  
  

Top Producer
Russia   
India   

Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America   
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan   

Top Importer
Not Available   
United States of America   

Top Exporter
Not Available   
Thailand   

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum   
Tamarindus indica   

Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum   
Tamarindo, tamarindus   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Magnoliopsida   
Liliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Rosidae   

Order
Saxifragales   
Fabales   

Family
Grossulariaceae   
Fabaceae   

Genus
Ribes   
Tamarindus   

Species
R. nigrum   
Tamarindus indica   

Generic Group
Saxifrage   
Tamarind Sub   

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Difference Between Blackcurrant and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Tamarind with peel is 63.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant 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 Blackcurrant and Tamarind is Saxifragales and Fabales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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