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Sour Cherry and Tamarind


Tamarind and Sour Cherry


Benefits

Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of osteoarthritis  
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment  

General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures headache, Digestive aid  
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain  

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

Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp  
Prevents hair loss  

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Fainting, Itching, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Wheezing  
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting  

Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Allergic reaction, Bloating, Intestinal gas  
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones  

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes  
Yes  

Lactating Women
No  
No  

Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, 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
12.20 g  
39
62.50 g  
4

Fiber
1.60 g  
30
5.10 g  
10

Sugar
8.50 g  
31
57.40 g  
3

Protein
1.00 g  
25
2.80 g  
4

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08  
18
0.04  
23

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
64.00 mcg  
9
30.00 mcg  
17

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg  
31
0.43 mg  
1

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg  
23
0.15 mg  
4

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg  
36
1.94 mg  
2

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg  
99+
0.14 mg  
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg  
99+
0.07 mg  
26

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg  
27
14.00 mcg  
21

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.00 mg  
99+
3.50 mg  
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg  
38
0.10 mg  
37

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.10 mcg  
27
2.80 mcg  
22

Lycopene
0.00 mcg  
9
0.00 mcg  
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
85.00 mcg  
16
0.00 mcg  
36

Choline
6.10 mg  
19
8.60 mg  
8

Fat
0.30 g  
28
0.60 g  
14

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
173.00 mg  
99+
628.00 mg  
4

Iron
0.32 mg  
33
2.80 mg  
2

Sodium
3.00 mg  
17
28.00 mg  
2

Calcium
16.00 mg  
25
74.00 mg  
2

Magnesium
9.00 mg  
26
92.00 mg  
1

Zinc
0.10 mg  
23
0.10 mg  
23

Phosphorus
15.00 mg  
31
113.00 mg  
1

Manganese
0.11 mg  
30
0.10 mg  
31

Copper
0.10 mg  
21
0.00 mg  
99+

Selenium
0.00 mcg  
17
1.30 mcg  
6

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
44.00 mg  
18
0.00 mg  
38

Omega 6s
46.00 mg  
35
0.00 mg  
99+

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
Not Available  
0.00 mg  
16

Water Content
86.13 g  
32
82.00 g  
99+

Ash
0.40 g  
33
0.09 g  
99+

Calories

Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
50.00 kcal  
24
Not Available  

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available  
239.00 kcal  
2

Calories in Frozen Form
46.00 kcal  
18
187.00 kcal  
1

Calories in Dried Form
350.00 kcal  
11
128.00 kcal  
37

Calories in Canned Form
75.00 kcal  
13
Not Available  

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
52.00 kcal  
28
28.00 kcal  
39

Calories in Jam
200.00 kcal  
26
254.00 kcal  
17

Calories in Pie
390.00 kcal  
5
239.00 kcal  
39

Characteristics

Type
Tree fruit  
Tropical  

Season
Summer  
Spring, Summer  

Varieties
Evan, Mesabi, Meteor, Northstar, Montmorency and Mongolian  
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari  

Seedless Variety
No  
No  

Color
Red  
Brown, Reddish-brown  

Inside Color
Red  
Brown  

Shape
Round  
Curving Cylinder  

Texture
Crunchy  
Tough  

Taste
Sweet-Sour  
Sour-Sweet  

Origin
Europe, Western Asia  
Africa  

Grows on
Trees  
Trees  

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Sandy  
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained  

Soil pH
5.5-8  
5.6-6.5  

Climatic Conditions
Cold  
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate  

Facts

Facts about
  • Using 1/4 tablespoon of almond extract with cherries, brings out the real flavor of cherries.
  • In earlier times, serving cherry pie with ice cream was prohibited.
  • 23 April is National cherry cheese cake day.
  
  • 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
Yes  
No  

Cocktails
Yes  
Yes  

Production
  
  

Top Producer
Turkey  
India  

Other Countries
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan  
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan  

Top Importer
Germany  
United States of America  

Top Exporter
Poland  
Thailand  

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Prunus cerasus  
Tamarindus indica  

Synonym
Not Available  
Tamarindo, tamarindus  

Classification

Domain
Eukarya  
Eukarya  

Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  

Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  

Class
Magnoliopsida  
Liliopsida  

Subclass
Rosidae  
Rosidae  

Order
Rosales  
Fabales  

Family
Rosaceae  
Fabaceae  

Genus
Prunus  
Tamarindus  

Species
P. cerasus  
Tamarindus indica  

Generic Group
Rose  
Tamarind Sub  

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Difference Between Sour Cherry and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Sour Cherry and Tamarind with peel is 50.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Sour Cherry 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 Sour Cherry and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Sour Cherry belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Sour Cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. cerasus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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