Honeydew and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, 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, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
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
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
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
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
100 g
Carbs
9.09 g
99+
62.50 g
4
Fiber
0.80 g
38
5.10 g
10
Sugar
8.12 g
34
57.40 g
3
Protein
0.54 g
99+
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
26
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.16 mg
39
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.09 mg
16
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
19.00 mcg
16
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
18.00 mg
39
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.02 mg
99+
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.90 mcg
21
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
27.00 mcg
26
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
7.60 mg
13
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
228.00 mg
32
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
18.00 mg
6
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.09 mg
24
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.02 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.70 mcg
9
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
33.00 mg
21
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
26.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
89.82 g
12
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.41 g
32
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
36.00 kcal
19
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
36.00 kcal
24
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
268.00 kcal
24
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
290.00 kcal
11
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal
16
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Melon
Tropical
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Green, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Light Green
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Juicy
Tough
Taste
Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
France
Africa
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
- 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
China
India
Other Countries
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis melo
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Fabales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Tamarindus
Species
C. melo
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Gourd
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Honeydew and Tamarind
We might think that Honeydew and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Honeydew and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Honeydew and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Honeydew and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 36.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Honeydew 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 Honeydew and Tamarind is Cucurbitales and Fabales respectively. Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
