Miracle fruit and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Good for diabetics, Improves well-being, Miraculin/miracle fruit makes sour things taste sweet
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Has taste modifying effect
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
NA
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
NA
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Itching, Skin rash
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Changes taste of food eaten after this fruit, Coagulation
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, 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
Not Available
62.50 g
4
Fiber
Not Available
5.10 g
10
Sugar
Not Available
57.40 g
3
Protein
Not Available
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
Not Available
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
1.33 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.78 mg
13
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
Not Available
8.60 mg
8
Fat
Not Available
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
Not Available
628.00 mg
4
Iron
Not Available
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
Not Available
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
Not Available
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
Not Available
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
Not Available
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
Not Available
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
Not Available
0.10 mg
31
Copper
Not Available
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
Not Available
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
Not Available
82.00 g
99+
Ash
Not Available
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
Not Available
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
Not Available
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
Not Available
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tropical
Season
Monsoon
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Gymnema Sylvestre and Thaumatococcus Daniellii
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark red
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
NA, Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
West Africa
Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.8
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Rainfall
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- The name 'Miracle' because of the magical experience you get after eating it.
- When you have lemon after eating this fruit, it tastes sweet as if it is added with sugar.
- It is also used as natural sweetener.
- 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
NA
India
Other Countries
NA
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Synsepalum Dulcificum
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Miracle Berry, Miraculous Berry and Sweet Berry
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
NA
Magnoliophyta
Class
NA
Liliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Fabales
Family
Sapotaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Synsepalum
Tamarindus
Species
S. dulcificum
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Miracle fruit and Tamarind
We might think that Miracle fruit and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Miracle fruit and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Miracle fruit and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Miracle fruit and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Miracle fruit 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 Miracle fruit and Tamarind is Ericales and Fabales respectively. Miracle fruit belongs to Sapotaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Miracle fruit belongs to Synsepalum genus of S. dulcificum species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
