Date and Tamarind

Date

Tamarind

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

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

General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

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

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

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

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

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

75.03 g

62.50 g

Fiber

8.00 g

5.10 g

Sugar

63.35 g

57.40 g

Protein

2.45 g

2.80 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.03

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg

30.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.05 mg

0.43 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.07 mg

0.15 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.27 mg

1.94 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.59 mg

0.14 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.17 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

19.00 mcg

14.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

0.40 mg

99+

3.50 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.70 mcg

2.80 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

75.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Choline

6.30 mg

8.60 mg

Fat

0.39 g

0.60 g

Minerals

Potassium

656.00 mg

628.00 mg

Iron

1.02 mg

2.80 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

28.00 mg

Calcium

39.00 mg

74.00 mg

Magnesium

43.00 mg

92.00 mg

Zinc

0.29 mg

0.10 mg

Phosphorus

62.00 mg

113.00 mg

Manganese

0.26 mg

0.10 mg

Copper

0.21 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Selenium

3.00 mcg

1.30 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

3.00 mg

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

16.00 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

0.00 mg

Water Content

20.53 g

99+

82.00 g

99+

Ash

1.60 g

0.09 g

99+

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

282.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

239.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

187.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

290.00 kcal

128.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

461.00 kcal

28.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

384.00 kcal

254.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

321.00 kcal

239.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

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

Seedless Variety

Color

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Brown

Shape

Oval

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Fleshy

Tough

Taste

Sweet

Sour-Sweet

Origin

Iraq

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sand

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

8-10

5.6-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Hot, Warm

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

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

Not Available

Yes

Spirits

Not Available

Cocktails

Not Available

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Egypt

India

Other Countries

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

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

Top Importer

India

United States of America

Top Exporter

United Arab Emirates

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Phoenix Dactylifera

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Not Available

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Subclass

Arecidae

Rosidae

Order

Arecales

Fabales

Family

Arecaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Phoenix

Tamarindus

Species

P. dactylifera

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Palm

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Date and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Date and Tamarind with peel is 282.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Date 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 Date and Tamarind is Arecales and Fabales respectively. Date belongs to Arecaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.