Guava

Tamarind

Guava and Tamarind

Guava

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary

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

General Benefits

Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

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

Skin Benefits

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

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

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

Side Effects

Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

14.30 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

5.40 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

8.90 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.50 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.180.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

31.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.07 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.04 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.08 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.45 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.11 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

49.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

228.30 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.73 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.60 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

5,204.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

7.60 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.95 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

417.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.26 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

18.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

22.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.23 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

40.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.15 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.23 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.60 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

112.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

288.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

22.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

80.80 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

1.40 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

68.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

68.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

68.00 kcal187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

325.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

57.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

55.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

240.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

340.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Tropical

Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Green, Pink, Yellow

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

White

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Crispy

Tough

Taste

Sweet-Sour

Sour-Sweet

Origin

Central America, Mexico, South America

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Rocky, Sandy

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

4.5-75.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Sunny

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
Guava leaves are used to make tea.
Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.

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

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

India

Other Countries

China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand

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

Top Importer

Canada

United States of America

Top Exporter

India

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Psidium guajava

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Psidium Guajava

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Myrtales

Fabales

Family

Myrtaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Psidium

Tamarindus

Species

Psidium guajava

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Myrtle

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Guava and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Guava and Tamarind with peel is 68.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 68.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Guava 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 Guava and Tamarind is Myrtales and Fabales respectively. Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.