Jackfruit and Tamarind
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
No
No
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
100 g
Carbs
23.30 g
10
62.50 g
4
Fiber
1.50 g
31
5.10 g
10
Sugar
19.08 g
4
57.40 g
3
Protein
1.72 g
12
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg
30
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.11 mg
5
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.06 mg
17
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.92 mg
10
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.24 mg
23
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.33 mg
2
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
24.00 mcg
10
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.80 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.34 mg
22
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
157.00 mcg
5
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
Not Available
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.64 g
13
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
448.00 mg
8
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.23 mg
99+
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
24.00 mg
19
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
29.00 mg
6
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.13 mg
20
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
21.00 mg
24
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.08 mg
31
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
158.00 mg
4
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
30.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
73.46 g
99+
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.94 g
9
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
95.00 kcal
6
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
97.00 kcal
5
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
258.64 kcal
27
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
92.00 kcal
7
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
200.00 kcal
99+
239.00 kcal
39
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
No
No
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
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
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
India
India
Other Countries
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
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
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
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
Tamarind Sub
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.
