1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Eye care, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Regulates Blood Sugar, Treatment of osteoarthritis
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
1.1.1 General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Protects hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Itching, Sneezing, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
1.5 Side Effects
May interact with some drugs
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
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
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.2.1 Fiber
2.2.2 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.4.11 Lycopene
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.4.13 Choline
2.5 Fat
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
840.00 mg628.00 mg
42
840
2.6.2 Iron
2.6.3 Sodium
2.6.4 Calcium
2.6.5 Magnesium
2.6.6 Zinc
2.6.7 Phosphorus
2.6.8 Manganese
2.6.9 Copper
2.6.10 Selenium
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
2.7.2 Omega 6s
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
2.9 Water Content
2.10 Ash
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
90.00 kcal187.00 kcal
0
187
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
32.00 kcal128.00 kcal
32
747
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
40.00 kcal28.00 kcal
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
180.00 kcal254.00 kcal
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
240.00 kcal239.00 kcal
80
450
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
4.2 Season
4.3 Varieties
No Types
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
4.4 Seedless Variety
4.5 Color
Scarlet red
Brown, Reddish-brown
4.6 Inside Color
4.7 Shape
4.8 Texture
4.9 Taste
Slightly bitter, Tart
Sour-Sweet
4.10 Origin
4.11 Grows on
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
5 Facts
5.1 Facts about
- Study says a man named Li Qing Yuen used to eat goji berries daily and lived for 252 years.
- They are also known as wolfberries in India & China.
- This fruit is used for spiritual purposes at many places.
- 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.
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
5.2.2 Beer
5.2.3 Spirits
5.2.4 Cocktails
5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
5.3.2 Other Countries
Canada, France, India, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
5.3.4 Top Exporter
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Lycium barbarum
Tamarindus indica
6.2 Synonym
Wolfberry
Tamarindo, tamarindus
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
7.2 Kingdom
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
7.5 Class
7.6 Subclass
7.7 Order
7.8 Family
7.9 Genus
7.10 Species
L. barbarum
Tamarindus indica
7.11 Generic Group
Not Available
Tamarind Sub