1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
1.1.1 General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
1.5 Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
1.7 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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.2.1 Fiber
2.2.2 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.4.11 Lycopene
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.4.13 Choline
2.5 Fat
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
197.00 mg628.00 mg
42
840
2.6.2 Iron
2.6.3 Sodium
2.6.4 Calcium
2.6.5 Magnesium
2.6.6 Zinc
2.6.7 Phosphorus
2.6.8 Manganese
2.6.9 Copper
1.2.1 Selenium
1.3 Fatty Acids
1.3.1 Omega 3s
1.3.2 Omega 6s
1.4 Sterol
1.4.1 Phytosterol
1.5 Water Content
1.6 Ash
2 Calories
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
2.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
2.4 Calories in Frozen Form
2.5 Calories in Dried Form
320.00 kcal128.00 kcal
32
747
2.6 Calories in Canned Form
2.7 Calories in Foods
2.7.1 Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal28.00 kcal
17
461
2.7.2 Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal254.00 kcal
49
420
2.7.3 Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal239.00 kcal
80
450
3 Characteristics
3.1 Type
3.2 Season
3.3 Varieties
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
3.4 Seedless Variety
3.5 Color
Green, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
3.6 Inside Color
3.7 Shape
3.8 Texture
3.9 Taste
3.10 Origin
Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey
Africa
3.11 Grows on
3.12 Cultivation
3.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
3.12.2 Soil pH
3.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
4 Facts
4.1 Facts about
- Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
- It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
- They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.
- 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.
4.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
4.2.1 Wine
4.2.2 Beer
4.2.3 Spirits
4.2.4 Cocktails
4.3 Production
4.3.1 Top Producer
4.3.2 Other Countries
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
4.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
4.3.4 Top Exporter
5 Scientific Name
5.1 Botanical Name
Cydonia oblonga
Tamarindus indica
5.2 Synonym
C. vulgaris
Tamarindo, tamarindus
6 Classification
6.1 Domain
6.2 Kingdom
6.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
6.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
6.5 Class
6.6 Subclass
6.7 Order
6.8 Family
6.9 Genus
6.10 Species
C. oblonga
Tamarindus indica
6.11 Generic Group