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Benefits

Health Benefits

General Benefits

Skin Benefits

Hair Benefits

Allergy Symptoms

Side Effects

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

Best Time to Eat

Nutrition

Serving Size

Carbs

Fiber

Sugar

Protein

Protein to Carb Ratio

Vitamin A (Retinol)

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Lycopene

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

Choline

Fat

Potassium

Iron

Sodium

Calcium

Magnesium

Zinc

Phosphorus

Manganese

Copper

Selenium

Omega 3s

Omega 6s

Phytosterol

Water Content

Ash

Calories

Serving Size

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Calories in Frozen Form

Calories in Dried Form

Calories in Canned Form

Calories in Juice

Calories in Jam

Calories in Pie

Characteristics

Type

Season

Varieties

Seedless Variety

Color

Inside Color

Shape

Texture

Taste

Origin

Grows on

Soil Type

Soil pH

Climatic Conditions

Facts

Facts about

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Top Producer

Other Countries

Top Importer

Top Exporter

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Synonym

Classification

Domain

Kingdom

Subkingdom

Division

Class

Subclass

Order

Family

Genus

Species

Generic Group

 
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Prevents hair loss
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
 
100 g
62.50 g
5.10 g
57.40 g
2.80 g
0.04
30.00 mcg
0.43 mg
0.15 mg
1.94 mg
0.14 mg
0.07 mg
14.00 mcg
3.50 mg
0.10 mg
2.80 mcg
0.00 mcg
0.00 mcg
8.60 mg
0.60 g
628.00 mg
2.80 mg
28.00 mg
74.00 mg
92.00 mg
0.10 mg
113.00 mg
0.10 mg
0.00 mg
1.30 mcg
0.00 mg
0.00 mg
0.00 mg
82.00 g
0.09 g
 
100 g
239.00 kcal
239.00 kcal
187.00 kcal
128.00 kcal
239.00 kcal
28.00 kcal
254.00 kcal
239.00 kcal
 
Tropical
Spring, Summer
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Brown, Reddish-brown
Brown
Curving Cylinder
Tough
Sour-Sweet
Africa
Trees
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
5.6-6.5
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
 
  • 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.
India
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
United States of America
Thailand
 
Tamarindus indica
Tamarindo, tamarindus
 
Eukarya
Plantae
Tracheobionta
Magnoliophyta
Liliopsida
Rosidae
Fabales
Fabaceae
Tamarindus
Tamarindus indica
Tamarind Sub
 
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
 
100 g
19.20 g
2.90 g
16.30 g
0.80 g
0.04
7.00 mcg
0.06 mg
0.05 mg
0.40 mg
0.30 mg
0.11 mg
6.00 mcg
2.00 mg
0.11 mg
4.70 mcg
0.00 mcg
9.00 mcg
4.70 mg
0.30 g
232.00 mg
0.37 mg
1.00 mg
35.00 mg
17.00 mg
0.15 mg
14.00 mg
0.13 mg
0.07 mg
0.20 mcg
0.00 mg
144.00 mg
31.00 mg
79.11 g
0.66 g
 
100 g
74.00 kcal
74.00 kcal
71.42 kcal
249.00 kcal
69.00 kcal
65.00 kcal
360.00 kcal
450.00 kcal
 
Tree fruit
Summer, Winter
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Green, Purple, Red
Pink
Conical
Fleshy
Sweet
Western Asia
Trees
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
5-7
Dry, Warm
 
  • Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
  • The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
  • Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
Turkey
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
France
Turkey
 
Ficus carica
Ficus Carica
 
Eukarya
Plantae
Tracheobionta
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliopsida
Alismidae
Rosales
Moraceae
Ficus
Ficus carica
Mulberry

Difference Between Tamarind and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Fig with peel is and and the amount of calories without peel is and respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Fig 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 Fig is and respectively. Tamarind belongs to family and Fig belongs to family. Tamarind belongs to genus of species and Fig belongs to genus of species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.