Tamarind

Apricot

Tamarind and Apricot

Tamarind

Apricot

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Heart care, Maintains hormonal balance, Regulation of heart rate, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

General Benefits

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

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

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

Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing

Side Effects

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones

Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), 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.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

62.50 g11.00 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

5.10 g2.00 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

57.40 g9.00 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.80 g1.40 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.13

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg96.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.60 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.24 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.05 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg9.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg10.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.89 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg3.30 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg89.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.60 mg2.80 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.60 g0.40 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

628.00 mg259.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

2.80 mg0.40 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

28.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

74.00 mg13.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

92.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.20 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

113.00 mg23.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.10 mg0.08 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.00 mg0.08 mg

0 2

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Selenium

1.30 mcg0.10 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

0.00 mg77.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg18.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

82.00 g86.35 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.09 g0.75 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

239.00 kcal48.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal48.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcal48.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal241.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

239.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal58.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal200.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal265.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tropical

Tree fruit

Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

Varieties

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

Gold Cot, Tilton, Wenatchee, Goldbar, Gold Kist, Tomcot, Harcot, Brittany Gold, Harglow, Hunza, Moorpark, Patterson and Royal Rosa

Seedless Variety

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Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Orange, Yellowish-orange

Inside Color

Brown

Yellow

Shape

Curving Cylinder

Oval

Texture

Tough

Fleshy

Taste

Sour-Sweet

Smooth, Sweet

Origin

Africa

China

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Well-drained

Soil pH

5.6-6.56.5-8

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Dry, Hot

Facts

Facts about

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.

9 Jan is considered as the National Apricot Day.
Apricots have been around for more than 4000 yrs.
In latin, the meaning of apricot is 'precious'.
95% of apricots in the US are produced by California.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

India

Turkey

Other Countries

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

Algeria, Egypt, France, Iran, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Spain, Uzbekistan

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Thailand

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Prunus armeniaca

Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Prunus Armeniaca

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Fabales

Rosales

Family

Fabaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Tamarindus

Prunus

Species

Tamarindus indica

P. armeniaca

Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Rose

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Difference Between Tamarind and Apricot

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Apricot with peel is 239.00 kcal and 48.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 48.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Apricot belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tamarind and Apricot is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Apricot belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Apricot belongs to Prunus genus of P. armeniaca species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.