Tamarind and Fig
Benefits
Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
62.50 g
4
19.20 g
13
Fiber
5.10 g
10
2.90 g
21
Sugar
57.40 g
3
16.30 g
5
Protein
2.80 g
4
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
23
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg
17
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg
1
0.06 mg
15
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg
4
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg
2
0.40 mg
36
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.30 mg
12
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.11 mg
12
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg
99+
2.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.11 mg
36
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg
22
4.70 mcg
15
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
9.00 mcg
32
Choline
8.60 mg
8
4.70 mg
26
Fat
0.60 g
14
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
628.00 mg
4
232.00 mg
30
Iron
2.80 mg
2
0.37 mg
30
Sodium
28.00 mg
2
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
74.00 mg
2
35.00 mg
11
Magnesium
92.00 mg
1
17.00 mg
17
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.15 mg
18
Phosphorus
113.00 mg
1
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.13 mg
25
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.07 mg
32
Selenium
1.30 mcg
6
0.20 mcg
15
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
0.00 mg
99+
144.00 mg
14
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
31.00 mg
4
Water Content
82.00 g
99+
79.11 g
99+
Ash
0.09 g
99+
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
74.00 kcal
10
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal
2
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal
1
71.42 kcal
9
Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal
37
249.00 kcal
30
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
69.00 kcal
15
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal
39
65.00 kcal
19
Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal
17
360.00 kcal
5
Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal
39
450.00 kcal
1
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer, Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Green, Purple, Red
Inside Color
Brown
Pink
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Conical
Texture
Tough
Fleshy
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Africa
Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Soil pH
5.6-6.5
5-7
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Dry, 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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
India
Turkey
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
France
Top Exporter
Thailand
Turkey
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Ficus carica
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Alismidae
Order
Fabales
Rosales
Family
Fabaceae
Moraceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Ficus
Species
Tamarindus indica
Ficus carica
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
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 Facts 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 Not Available and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available 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 Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
