Kumquat

Tamarind

Kumquat and Tamarind

Kumquat

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate

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

General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones

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

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots

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

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, 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

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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), Strictly avoid empty stomach

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

15.90 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

6.50 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.36 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

1.88 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.120.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

15.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.09 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.43 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.21 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.04 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

17.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

43.90 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.15 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

129.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.40 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.86 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

486.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.86 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

10.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

62.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

20.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.17 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

19.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.14 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.10 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

47.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

124.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

13.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

80.80 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.50 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

71.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

71.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

71.00 kcal187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

268.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

71.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

130.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

245.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

392.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Citrus

Tropical

Season

Autumn, Winter

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Orange

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Juicy

Tough

Taste

Sweet, Tart

Sour-Sweet

Origin

China

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6-6.55.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold, Warm

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.

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

China

India

Other Countries

Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America

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

Top Importer

United Kingdom

United States of America

Top Exporter

China

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus japonica

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Fortunella margarita

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Fabales

Family

Rutaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Citrus

Tamarindus

Species

C. japonica

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Kumquat and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Tamarind with peel is 71.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 71.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Kumquat 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 Kumquat and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.