Coconut

Tamarind

Coconut and Tamarind

Coconut

Tamarind

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Acidity treatment, Acts as natural antibiotic, Anti-oxidant properties, Aphonia treatment

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

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

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

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of skin diseases

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

1.3 Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Runny nose, Vomiting

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

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Indigestion, Weight gain

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

Along with meal, Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, 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

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

24.23 g62.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

9.00 g5.10 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

6.23 g57.40 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

3.33 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.220.04

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.07 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.54 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

1.01 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.05 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

20.80 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.30 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.24 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.20 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

12.10 mg8.60 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

33.49 g0.60 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

356.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.43 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

20.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

14.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

32.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

1.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

1.50 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.44 mg0.00 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

10.10 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

366.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

37.60 mg0.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

47.00 g82.00 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.97 g0.09 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NANA

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

354.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA187.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

660.00 kcal128.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

443.00 kcalNA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal28.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

298.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Tropical

4.2 Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

Tall Varieties- West Coast Tall, Laccadiv Micro, Andaman Ordinary, Fiji, Kappadam, San Ramon, Philippines, Spicate, and Pratap. Dwarf Varieties- Chowghat Orange Dwarf (COD) and Chowghat Green Dwarf (CGD)

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Green

Brown, Reddish-brown

4.6 Inside Color

White

Brown

4.7 Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

4.8 Texture

Crispy

Tough

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweetish

Sour-Sweet

4.10 Origin

America, India

Africa

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay, Sand

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

3.5-8.55.6-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Hot, Humid

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Burning coconut's husk helps repel mosquitoes.
Surveys say that falling coconut kills hundreds every year.
Coconut water is used as a substitute Blood Plasma & is called "father of modern tissue culture science".

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

Indonesia

India

5.3.2 Other Countries

Brazil, India, Philippines, Sri Lanka

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

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Philippines

Thailand

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cocos nucifera

Tamarindus indica

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

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

Arecidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Arecales

Fabales

7.8 Family

Arecaceae

Fabaceae

7.9 Genus

Cocos

Tamarindus

7.10 Species

C. nucifera

Tamarindus indica

7.11 Generic Group

Arecaceae

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Coconut and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Coconut and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 354.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Coconut 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 Coconut and Tamarind is Arecales and Fabales respectively. Coconut belongs to Arecaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Coconut belongs to Cocos genus of C. nucifera species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.