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Cucumber and Tamarind


Tamarind and Cucumber


Benefits

Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, 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, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes  
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain  

Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, 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
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair  
Prevents hair loss  

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes  
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting  

Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels  
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones  

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes  
Yes  

Lactating Women
Not Available  
No  

Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach  
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
3.63 g  
99+
62.50 g  
4

Fiber
0.50 g  
40
5.10 g  
10

Sugar
1.67 g  
99+
57.40 g  
3

Protein
0.65 g  
99+
2.80 g  
4

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.19  
8
0.04  
23

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg  
30
30.00 mcg  
17

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg  
34
0.43 mg  
1

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg  
27
0.15 mg  
4

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

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg  
20
0.14 mg  
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg  
99+
0.07 mg  
26

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg  
28
14.00 mcg  
21

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg  
99+
3.50 mg  
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg  
40
0.10 mg  
37

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg  
5
2.80 mcg  
22

Lycopene
0.00 mcg  
9
0.00 mcg  
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg  
28
0.00 mcg  
36

Choline
6.00 mg  
20
8.60 mg  
8

Fat
0.11 g  
99+
0.60 g  
14

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
147.00 mg  
99+
628.00 mg  
4

Iron
0.28 mg  
37
2.80 mg  
2

Sodium
2.00 mg  
18
28.00 mg  
2

Calcium
16.00 mg  
25
74.00 mg  
2

Magnesium
13.00 mg  
22
92.00 mg  
1

Zinc
0.20 mg  
14
0.10 mg  
23

Phosphorus
24.00 mg  
21
113.00 mg  
1

Manganese
0.08 mg  
35
0.10 mg  
31

Copper
0.04 mg  
99+
0.00 mg  
99+

Selenium
0.30 mcg  
14
1.30 mcg  
6

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
5.00 mg  
33
0.00 mg  
38

Omega 6s
28.00 mg  
99+
0.00 mg  
99+

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
7.30 mg  
11
0.00 mg  
16

Water Content
95.23 g  
1
82.00 g  
99+

Ash
0.38 g  
34
0.09 g  
99+

Calories

Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal  
99+
Not Available  

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcal  
25
239.00 kcal  
2

Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available  
187.00 kcal  
1

Calories in Dried Form
Not Available  
128.00 kcal  
37

Calories in Canned Form
Not Available  
Not Available  

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
Not Available  
28.00 kcal  
39

Calories in Jam
Not Available  
254.00 kcal  
17

Calories in Pie
Not Available  
239.00 kcal  
39

Characteristics

Type
Fruit vegetable, Melon  
Tropical  

Season
Spring, Summer  
Spring, Summer  

Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian  
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari  

Seedless Variety
Yes  
No  

Color
Dark green, Green  
Brown, Reddish-brown  

Inside Color
White  
Brown  

Shape
Cylindrical  
Curving Cylinder  

Texture
Crunchy  
Tough  

Taste
Juicy, Watery  
Sour-Sweet  

Origin
India  
Africa  

Grows on
Vines  
Trees  

Cultivation
  
  

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

Soil pH
6-6.8  
5.6-6.5  

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

Facts

Facts about
  • Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
  • Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
  • It is made up of 96% water.
  • English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
  
  • 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
Not Available  
Yes  

Beer
Yes  
Yes  

Spirits
Yes  
No  

Cocktails
Yes  
Yes  

Production
  
  

Top Producer
China  
India  

Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America  
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan  

Top Importer
France  
United States of America  

Top Exporter
Spain  
Thailand  

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus  
Tamarindus indica  

Synonym
Not Available  
Tamarindo, tamarindus  

Classification

Domain
Eukarya  
Eukarya  

Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  

Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  

Class
Magnoliopsida  
Liliopsida  

Subclass
Dillenhidae  
Rosidae  

Order
Cucurbitales  
Fabales  

Family
Cucurbitaceae  
Fabaceae  

Genus
Cucumis  
Tamarindus  

Species
C. sativus  
Tamarindus indica  

Generic Group
Not Available  
Tamarind Sub  

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Difference Between Cucumber and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cucumber and Tamarind with peel is 15.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 12.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cucumber 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 Cucumber and Tamarind is Cucurbitales and Fabales respectively. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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