Tamarind

Lime

Tamarind and Lime

Tamarind

Lime

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, 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, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing

1.5 Side Effects

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

Chances of sunburn

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

Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g10.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g2.80 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 g1.70 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.07

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg2.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.02 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.20 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.22 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.05 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg29.10 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.22 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg0.60 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mg5.10 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.20 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg102.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg0.60 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg33.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg6.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg18.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.01 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.07 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcg0.40 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg19.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mg36.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 g88.26 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g0.30 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NANA

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal30.00 kcal

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

NA20.68 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal30.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal250.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal420.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

Citrus, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

All seasons

4.3 Varieties

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

Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Green

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

Light Green

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

4.8 Texture

Tough

Succulent

4.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

Acidic, Sour

4.10 Origin

Africa

India

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay loam, Sandy loam

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.56-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Sunny, Warm to hot climate

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.

Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.

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

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Mexico

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Citrus aurantifolia

6.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

not available

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

7.7 Order

Fabales

Sapindales

7.8 Family

Fabaceae

Rutaceae

7.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Citrus

7.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

C. aurantifolia

7.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Tamarind and Lime

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Lime with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Lime 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 Lime is Fabales and Sapindales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Lime belongs to Rutaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.