Tamarind

Date

Tamarind and Date

Tamarind

Date

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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, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases

1.3 Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth

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

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

1.5 Side Effects

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

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

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

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g75.03 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g8.00 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 g63.35 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g2.45 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.03

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.05 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.07 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg1.27 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.59 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.17 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg19.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg0.40 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.05 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg2.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg75.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mg6.30 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.39 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg656.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg1.02 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg39.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg43.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.29 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg62.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.26 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.21 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcg3.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg3.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mg16.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 g20.53 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g1.60 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA282.00 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 kcal290.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal461.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal384.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal321.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Oval

4.8 Texture

Tough

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Africa

Iraq

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Sand

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.58-10

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Hot, Warm

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.

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

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

Egypt

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

India

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

United Arab Emirates

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Phoenix Dactylifera

6.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Liliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Arecidae

7.7 Order

Fabales

Arecales

7.8 Family

Fabaceae

Arecaceae

7.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Phoenix

7.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

P. dactylifera

7.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Palm

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Difference Between Tamarind and Date

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Date with peel is Not Available and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Date 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 Tamarind and Date is Fabales and Arecales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.