Tamarind and Date

Tamarind

Date

Benefits

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

General Benefits

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

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

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

Allergy

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

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

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

62.50 g

75.03 g

Fiber

5.10 g

8.00 g

Sugar

57.40 g

63.35 g

Protein

2.80 g

2.45 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.04

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg

1.27 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg

99+

0.59 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg

0.17 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg

19.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg

99+

0.40 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg

2.70 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

75.00 mcg

Choline

8.60 mg

6.30 mg

Fat

0.60 g

0.39 g

Minerals

Potassium

628.00 mg

656.00 mg

Iron

2.80 mg

1.02 mg

Sodium

28.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

74.00 mg

39.00 mg

Magnesium

92.00 mg

43.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.29 mg

Phosphorus

113.00 mg

62.00 mg

Manganese

0.10 mg

0.26 mg

Copper

0.00 mg

99+

0.21 mg

Selenium

1.30 mcg

3.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

3.00 mg

Omega 6s

0.00 mg

99+

16.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

82.00 g

99+

20.53 g

99+

Ash

0.09 g

99+

1.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

282.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal

290.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal

461.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal

384.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal

321.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer

Varieties

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

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

Seedless Variety

Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

Brown

Shape

Curving Cylinder

Oval

Texture

Tough

Fleshy

Taste

Sour-Sweet

Sweet

Origin

Africa

Iraq

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

5.6-6.5

8-10

Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Hot, Warm

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.

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.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Not Available

Beer

Yes

Not Available

Spirits

Not Available

Cocktails

Yes

Not Available

Production

Top Producer

India

Egypt

Other Countries

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

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

Top Importer

United States of America

India

Top Exporter

Thailand

United Arab Emirates

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Phoenix Dactylifera

Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Arecidae

Order

Fabales

Arecales

Family

Fabaceae

Arecaceae

Genus

Tamarindus

Phoenix

Species

Tamarindus indica

P. dactylifera

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.