Fig and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, 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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
19.20 g
13
62.50 g
4
Fiber
2.90 g
21
5.10 g
10
Sugar
16.30 g
5
57.40 g
3
Protein
0.80 g
37
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
24
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
7.00 mcg
29
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
15
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
12
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.00 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.11 mg
36
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.70 mcg
15
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
9.00 mcg
32
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
4.70 mg
26
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
232.00 mg
30
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.37 mg
30
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
35.00 mg
11
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
17.00 mg
17
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.15 mg
18
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.13 mg
25
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.07 mg
32
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.20 mcg
15
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
144.00 mg
14
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
31.00 mg
4
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
79.11 g
99+
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
74.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
71.42 kcal
9
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
249.00 kcal
30
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
69.00 kcal
15
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
360.00 kcal
5
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
450.00 kcal
1
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
Summer, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green, Purple, Red
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Pink
Brown
Shape
Conical
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Western Asia
Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
- The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
- Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
- 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
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
India
Other Countries
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Turkey
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ficus carica
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Alismidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Fabales
Family
Moraceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Ficus
Tamarindus
Species
Ficus carica
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Mulberry
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Fig and Tamarind
We might think that Fig and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Fig and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Fig and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Tamarind with peel is 74.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Fig 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 Fig and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
