1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-aging benefits, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Weight loss properties
1.1.1 General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Helps in weight loss, Suppresses Arthritis
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Treatment of acne
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Treatment of colored hair
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
NA
1.5 Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
NA
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
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
2.2 Carbs
2.2.1 Fiber
2.2.2 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.4.11 Lycopene
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.4.13 Choline
2.5 Fat
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
2.6.2 Iron
2.6.3 Sodium
2.6.4 Calcium
2.6.5 Magnesium
2.6.6 Zinc
2.6.7 Phosphorus
2.6.8 Manganese
2.6.9 Copper
2.6.10 Selenium
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
2.7.2 Omega 6s
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
2.9 Water Content
2.10 Ash
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal50.00 kcal
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal150.00 kcal
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
Tropical
Berry, Citrus, Fruit vegetable, Melon, Tree fruit, Tropical
4.2 Season
Spring, Summer
Early fall, Summer
4.3 Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Selenicereus megalanthus and Hylocereus polyrhizus
4.4 Seedless Variety
4.5 Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Magenta, Pink
4.6 Inside Color
4.7 Shape
4.8 Texture
4.9 Taste
4.10 Origin
Africa
Central America, Mexico
4.11 Grows on
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
NA
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
NA
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.
NA
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
5.2.2 Beer
5.2.3 Spirits
5.2.4 Cocktails
5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
5.3.2 Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
NA
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
China
5.3.4 Top Exporter
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Hylocereus undatus
6.2 Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Pitaya, Red Pitahaya, Night blooming Cereus, Strawberry Pear, Belle of the Night, Conderella plant
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
7.2 Kingdom
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
7.5 Class
7.6 Subclass
7.7 Order
7.8 Family
7.9 Genus
7.10 Species
Tamarindus indica
H. undatus
7.11 Generic Group