Physalis

Tamarind

Physalis and Tamarind

Physalis

Tamarind

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension

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

General Benefits

Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

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

Skin Benefits

Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Side Effects

Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia

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, 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

13.30 g62.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

0.50 g5.10 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

3.90 g57.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.30 g2.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.170.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

150.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.11 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)

2.80 mg1.94 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.62 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

10.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

28.00 mg3.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.50 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.50 mcg2.80 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

335.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

2.00 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.00 g0.60 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

170.00 mg628.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

1.30 mg2.80 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg28.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

12.00 mg74.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

8.00 mg92.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

39.00 mg113.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.40 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.10 mg0.00 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.90 mcg1.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

60.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

80.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

9.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

92.70 g82.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.80 g0.09 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

77.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

36.00 kcal239.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

53.00 kcal187.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

92.00 kcal128.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

53.00 kcal239.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

60.00 kcal28.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

238.00 kcal254.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

320.00 kcal239.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Fruit vegetable

Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Bright Yellow, Orange

Brown, Reddish-brown

Inside Color

Orange

Brown

Shape

Round

Curving Cylinder

Texture

Juicy

Tough

Taste

Sour-Sweet

Origin

Chile, Peru

Africa

Grows on

Bushes

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5-6.15.6-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

Physalis is also known as Cape Gooseberry or Golden Berry.

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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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

India

Other Countries

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

Top Importer

Netherlands

United States of America

Top Exporter

Colombia

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Physalis Peruviana

Tamarindus indica

Synonym

Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Asteridae

Rosidae

Order

Solanales

Fabales

Family

Solanaceae

Fabaceae

Genus

Physalis

Tamarindus

Species

Physalis

Tamarindus indica

Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Physalis and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Tamarind with peel is 77.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 36.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Physalis 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 Physalis and Tamarind is Solanales and Fabales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.