Date and 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
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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
100 g
Carbs
75.03 g
2
62.50 g
4
Fiber
8.00 g
3
5.10 g
10
Sugar
63.35 g
1
57.40 g
3
Protein
2.45 g
6
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
20
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
13
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.27 mg
5
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.59 mg
3
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.17 mg
10
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
19.00 mcg
16
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
0.40 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.70 mcg
23
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
75.00 mcg
18
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
6.30 mg
17
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.39 g
22
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
656.00 mg
3
628.00 mg
4
Iron
1.02 mg
12
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
39.00 mg
8
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
43.00 mg
2
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.29 mg
9
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
62.00 mg
4
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.26 mg
17
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.21 mg
7
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
3.00 mcg
4
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
3.00 mg
35
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
16.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
20.53 g
99+
82.00 g
99+
Ash
1.60 g
4
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
282.00 kcal
2
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
290.00 kcal
18
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
461.00 kcal
1
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
384.00 kcal
2
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
321.00 kcal
13
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
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
No
No
Color
Black, Brown, Red, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Brown
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Iraq
Africa
Grows on
Trees
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
No
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
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Arecidae
Rosidae
Order
Arecales
Fabales
Family
Arecaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Phoenix
Tamarindus
Species
P. dactylifera
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Palm
Tamarind Sub
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 and 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.
