Lime

Tamarind

Lime and Tamarind

Lime

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment

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

General Benefits

Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, 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, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, 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, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing

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

Side Effects

Chances of sunburn

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

Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed

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

10.50 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

2.80 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

1.70 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.070.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.43 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.15 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.20 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.22 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.05 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

29.10 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.22 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.60 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

5.10 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.20 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

102.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.60 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

33.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

6.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.11 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

18.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.01 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.07 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.40 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

19.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

36.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

10.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

88.26 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.30 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

30.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

30.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

30.00 kcal187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

295.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

20.68 kcal239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

30.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

420.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Citrus, Tree fruit

Tropical

Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Green

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Light Green

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Succulent

Tough

Taste

Acidic, Sour

Sour-Sweet

Origin

India

Africa

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6-7.55.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Sunny, Warm to hot climate

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.

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

Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico

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

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus aurantifolia

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Citrus aurantiifolia

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. aurantifolia

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Lime and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Tamarind with peel is 30.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lime 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 Lime and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.