1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
1.1.1 General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, 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, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair
Prevents hair loss
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, NA, Sneezing, Sore throat
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
1.5 Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
1.7 Best Time to Eat
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
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.2.3 Fiber
2.2.5 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.2 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.3 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.5.1 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.6.2 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.6.4 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.6.7 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.6.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.6.11 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.6.13 Lycopene
2.6.15 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.6.17 Choline
2.7 Fat
2.9 Minerals
2.9.1 Potassium
280.00 mg628.00 mg
42
840
2.9.3 Iron
2.10.2 Sodium
2.11.1 Calcium
2.12.1 Magnesium
3.2.1 Zinc
3.3.1 Phosphorus
3.4.1 Manganese
3.5.0 Copper
3.5.1 Selenium
3.8 Fatty Acids
3.8.2 Omega 3s
3.8.4 Omega 6s
3.9 Sterol
3.9.1 Phytosterol
3.10 Water Content
5.3 Ash
8 Calories
8.1 Serving Size
8.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
8.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
8.4 Calories in Frozen Form
8.5 Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal128.00 kcal
32
747
8.6 Calories in Canned Form
8.7 Calories in Foods
8.7.1 Calories in Juice
200.00 kcal28.00 kcal
17
461
8.7.2 Calories in Jam
280.00 kcal254.00 kcal
49
420
8.7.3 Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal239.00 kcal
80
450
9 Characteristics
9.1 Type
9.2 Season
9.3 Varieties
Adams, Black Beauty, Black Lace, Johns, Nova, Variegated and York
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
9.4 Seedless Variety
9.5 Color
Black, Red
Brown, Reddish-brown
9.6 Inside Color
9.7 Shape
9.8 Texture
9.9 Taste
9.10 Origin
9.11 Grows on
9.12 Cultivation
9.12.1 Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
9.12.2 Soil pH
9.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
10 Facts
10.1 Facts about
- According to a superstitious belief, the "elder tree" was supposed to ward off evil influence & give protection from witches.
- Branches from its tree are also used to make fujara, koncovka & other Slovakian flutes.
- 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.
10.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
10.2.1 Wine
10.2.2 Beer
10.2.3 Spirits
10.2.4 Cocktails
10.3 Production
10.3.1 Top Producer
United States of America
India
10.3.2 Other Countries
Colombia, India, Mexico
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
10.3.3 Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
10.3.4 Top Exporter
11 Scientific Name
11.1 Botanical Name
Sambucus nigra
Tamarindus indica
11.2 Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
12 Classification
12.1 Domain
12.2 Kingdom
12.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
12.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
12.5 Class
12.6 Subclass
12.7 Order
12.8 Family
12.9 Genus
12.10 Species
S. nigra
Tamarindus indica
12.11 Generic Group