Jackfruit and Tamarind

Jackfruit

Tamarind

Tamarind and Jackfruit

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of colonic diseases

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

General Benefits

Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Improves eye vision, Treatment of common cold

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

Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

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

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Diarrhea, Skin Rashes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting

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

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Coagulation

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

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Not Available

Yes

Lactating Women

Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, 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

23.30 g

62.50 g

Fiber

1.50 g

5.10 g

Sugar

19.08 g

57.40 g

Protein

1.72 g

2.80 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.07

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

5.00 mcg

30.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.11 mg

0.43 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.06 mg

0.15 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.92 mg

1.94 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.24 mg

0.14 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.33 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

24.00 mcg

14.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

13.80 mg

99+

3.50 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.34 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Not Available

2.80 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

157.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Choline

Not Available

8.60 mg

Fat

0.64 g

0.60 g

Minerals

Potassium

448.00 mg

628.00 mg

Iron

0.23 mg

99+

2.80 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

28.00 mg

Calcium

24.00 mg

74.00 mg

Magnesium

29.00 mg

92.00 mg

Zinc

0.13 mg

0.10 mg

Phosphorus

21.00 mg

113.00 mg

Manganese

0.04 mg

99+

0.10 mg

Copper

0.08 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Selenium

Not Available

1.30 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

158.00 mg

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

30.00 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

0.00 mg

Water Content

73.46 g

99+

82.00 g

99+

Ash

0.94 g

0.09 g

99+

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

95.00 kcal

239.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

97.00 kcal

187.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

258.64 kcal

128.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

92.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

28.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal

254.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

200.00 kcal

99+

239.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Tropical

Season

Autumn, Monsoon, Summer

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Black Gold, Cheena, Cochin, Dang Rasimi, Golden Nugget and Golden Pillow

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

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark green, Golden yellow, Green, Indigo, Magenta, Yellowish-orange

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Yellow

Brown

Shape

Oval

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Fibrous

Tough

Taste

Sweet

Sour-Sweet

Origin

India

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Porous, Sandy, Well-drained

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6-7.5

5.6-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Humid, Warm

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

There are up to 500 seeds in Jackfruit & these seeds are edible.
Root extracts of Jackfruit tree is used to treat diarrhea, fever and asthma.
The taste of jackfruit is combination of mango, banana, melon and papaya.

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

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

India

Other Countries

Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand

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

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

India

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Artocarpus heterophyllus

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Artocarpus heterophylla or Artocarpus integra or Artocarpus integrifolia

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Alismidae

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Fabales

Family

Moraceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Artocarpus

Tamarindus

Species

A. heterophyllus

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Jackfruit and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Jackfruit and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 95.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Jackfruit and Tamarind belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Jackfruit and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Jackfruit belongs to Moraceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Jackfruit belongs to Artocarpus genus of A. heterophyllus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.