Tamarind

Gooseberry

Tamarind and Gooseberry

Tamarind

Gooseberry

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment

Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Liver health, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Sore throat treatment, Treatment of common cold

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 acne

1.3 Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

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

Constipation, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Eczema, Facial swelling, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Red rash, Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sore eyes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

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

Gastric irritation

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

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g10.18 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g4.30 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g0.88 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.09

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg15.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.30 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.29 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.08 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg27.70 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.37 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.58 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg198.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg0.31 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg25.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.12 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg27.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.14 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.07 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg46.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mg271.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 g87.87 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g0.49 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA44.00 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 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA73.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal40.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal150.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal240.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Whinham's Industry, Green Hansa, Clark, Chataqua, Invicta, Keepsake, Lepaa Red, May Duke and Whitesmith

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Green, Purple, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

Yellowish Green

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

4.8 Texture

Tough

Crispy

4.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

Astringent

4.10 Origin

Africa

Africa, Europe, South-West Asia

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Loamy, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.56-6.8

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Dry, 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.

Traditionally, kids were told that babies were found under gooseberry bushes.
They are also called 'fayberries' due to an ancient belief that fairies hid in gooseberry bushes to avoid danger.

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

Germany

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, United Kingdom

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Not Available

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Not Available

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Ribes uva-crispa

6.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Ribes grossularia

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Fabales

Saxifragales

7.8 Family

Fabaceae

Grossulariaceae

7.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Ribes

7.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

R. uva-crispa

7.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Saxifrage

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Difference Between Tamarind and Gooseberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Gooseberry with peel is Not Available and 44.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Gooseberry 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 Gooseberry is Fabales and Saxifragales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Gooseberry belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Gooseberry belongs to Ribes genus of R. uva-crispa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.