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Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment

General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, 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

Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, 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

Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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
100 g

Carbs

11.75 g62.50 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

2.40 g5.10 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

9.35 g57.40 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.94 g2.80 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.080.04
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

11.00 mcg30.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.09 mg0.43 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.04 mg0.15 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.28 mg1.94 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.25 mg0.14 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg0.07 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

30.00 mcg14.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

53.20 mg3.50 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.18 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

0.12 g0.60 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

181.00 mg628.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

0.10 mg2.80 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

0.00 mg28.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

40.00 mg74.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

10.00 mg92.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.07 mg0.10 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

14.00 mg113.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.03 mg0.10 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.05 mg0.00 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.50 mcg1.30 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

7.00 mg0.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

18.00 mg0.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

24.00 mg0.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

86.75 g82.00 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.44 g0.09 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

63.00 kcal239.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

47.00 kcal239.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

45.00 kcal187.00 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

300.00 kcal128.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

61.00 kcal239.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

45.00 kcal28.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

260.00 kcal254.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

333.00 kcal239.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Citrus
Tropical

Season

Winter
Spring, Summer

Varieties

Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari

Seedless Variety

Color

Orange
Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Orange
Brown

Shape

Round
Curving Cylinder

Texture

Succulent
Tough

Taste

Sweet-Sour
Sour-Sweet

Origin

South-Eastern Asia
Africa

Grows on

Trees
Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy loam
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6-6.55.6-6.5
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Hot
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

  • There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
  • More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
  • Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
  • Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
  • 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

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

Brazil
India

Other Countries

China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan

Top Importer

Germany
United States of America

Top Exporter

Spain
Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus sinensis
Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya
Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae
Rosidae

Order

Sapindales
Fabales

Family

Rutaceae
Fabaceae

Genus

Citrus
Tamarindus

Species

C. × sinensis
Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Citrus fruit
Tamarind Sub

Difference Between Orange and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Tamarind with peel is 63.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Orange 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 Orange and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.