Tamarind

Guava

Tamarind and Guava

Tamarind

Guava

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary

General Benefits

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

Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

Side Effects

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

Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

62.50 g14.30 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

5.10 g5.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

57.40 g8.90 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.80 g2.50 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.18

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg31.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.07 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg1.08 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.45 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.11 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg49.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg228.30 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.73 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg2.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg5,204.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.60 mg7.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.60 g0.95 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

628.00 mg417.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

2.80 mg0.26 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

28.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

74.00 mg18.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

92.00 mg22.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.23 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

113.00 mg40.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.10 mg0.15 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.00 mg0.23 mg

0 2

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Selenium

1.30 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg112.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

0.00 mg288.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg22.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

82.00 g80.80 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.09 g1.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

239.00 kcal68.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal68.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcal68.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal325.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

239.00 kcal57.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal55.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal240.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal340.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tropical

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer

All seasons

Varieties

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

Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha

Seedless Variety

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Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Green, Pink, Yellow

Inside Color

Brown

White

Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

Texture

Tough

Crispy

Taste

Sour-Sweet

Sweet-Sour

Origin

Africa

Central America, Mexico, South America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Loam, Rocky, Sandy

Soil pH

5.6-6.54.5-7

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Sunny

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.

The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
Guava leaves are used to make tea.
Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

India

Other Countries

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

China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand

Top Importer

United States of America

Canada

Top Exporter

Thailand

India

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Psidium guajava

Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Psidium Guajava

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Fabales

Myrtales

Family

Fabaceae

Myrtaceae

Genus

Tamarindus

Psidium

Species

Tamarindus indica

Psidium guajava

Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Myrtle

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Difference Between Tamarind and Guava

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Guava with peel is 239.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Guava 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 Guava is Fabales and Myrtales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.