Tamarind and Honeydew
Benefits
Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Allergic reaction
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
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
100 g
Carbs
62.50 g
4
9.09 g
99+
Fiber
5.10 g
10
0.80 g
38
Sugar
57.40 g
3
8.12 g
34
Protein
2.80 g
4
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
23
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg
17
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg
1
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg
4
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg
2
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.16 mg
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.09 mg
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg
99+
18.00 mg
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg
22
2.90 mcg
21
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
27.00 mcg
26
Choline
8.60 mg
8
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.60 g
14
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
628.00 mg
4
228.00 mg
32
Iron
2.80 mg
2
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
28.00 mg
2
18.00 mg
6
Calcium
74.00 mg
2
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
92.00 mg
1
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
113.00 mg
1
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Selenium
1.30 mcg
6
0.70 mcg
9
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
33.00 mg
21
Omega 6s
0.00 mg
99+
26.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
Not Available
Water Content
82.00 g
99+
89.82 g
12
Ash
0.09 g
99+
0.41 g
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal
2
36.00 kcal
19
Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal
1
36.00 kcal
24
Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal
37
268.00 kcal
24
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal
39
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal
17
290.00 kcal
11
Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal
39
310.00 kcal
16
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Melon
Season
Spring, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
Brown
Light Green
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Texture
Tough
Juicy
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Africa
France
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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.
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
India
China
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
Thailand
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Cucumis melo
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Fabales
Cucurbitales
Family
Fabaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Cucumis
Species
Tamarindus indica
C. melo
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Gourd
Difference Between Tamarind and Honeydew
We might think that Tamarind and Honeydew are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Honeydew Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Honeydew is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Honeydew with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Honeydew 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 Honeydew is Fabales and Cucurbitales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
