Tamarind

Bilberry

Tamarind and Bilberry

Tamarind

Bilberry

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Improves night vision, Improves stomach health, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure, Reduces blood circulation problems

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Prevents blood clotting in vessels, Treatment of urinary tract infections

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Nourishes skin, Protects against skin damage

1.3 Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

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

Not Available

1.5 Side Effects

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

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 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

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)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g11.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g2.80 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 g0.00 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg1.08 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.58 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.16 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.06 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg44.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.00 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg4.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mg0.00 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.50 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg103.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg0.80 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mg3.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg15.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg9.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg3.30 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.11 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mgNA

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mgNA

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 g0.20 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g87.10 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA44.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcalNA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal75.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal164.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal293.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

Berry

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Dwarf bilberry, Piper, bog blueberry, Northern bilberry, Mountain bilberry and Oval-leaved bilberry

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

Light Green

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

4.8 Texture

Tough

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Africa

Unknown

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Moist, Well-aerated

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.54.5-5.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 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.

Bilberries are used in manufacturing of alcoholic drinks.
They are used to improve aromas of sorbets.
The green extract of it's leaves is used in textile industry as natural dye.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

India

Japan

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Chile

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Vaccinium myrtillus

6.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Fabales

Ericales

7.8 Family

Fabaceae

Ericaceae

7.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Vaccinium

7.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

Vaccinium myrtillus

7.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Heath

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Difference Between Tamarind and Bilberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Bilberry with peel is Not Available and 44.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Bilberry 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 Bilberry is Fabales and Ericales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Bilberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Bilberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium myrtillus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.