Tamarind

Lime

Tamarind and Lime

Tamarind

Lime

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Benefits

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

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

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

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

Side Effects

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

Chances of sunburn

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

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

62.50 g10.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

5.10 g2.80 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

57.40 g1.70 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.07

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg2.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.02 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.20 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.22 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.05 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg29.10 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.22 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg0.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.60 mg5.10 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.60 g0.20 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

628.00 mg102.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

2.80 mg0.60 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

28.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

74.00 mg33.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

92.00 mg6.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

113.00 mg18.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.10 mg0.01 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.00 mg0.07 mg

0 2

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Selenium

1.30 mcg0.40 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg19.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

0.00 mg36.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg10.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

82.00 g88.26 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.09 g0.30 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

239.00 kcal30.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal30.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcal30.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal295.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

239.00 kcal20.68 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal30.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal250.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal420.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tropical

Citrus, Tree fruit

Season

Spring, Summer

All seasons

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Green

Inside Color

Brown

Light Green

Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

Texture

Tough

Succulent

Taste

Sour-Sweet

Acidic, Sour

Origin

Africa

India

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Soil pH

5.6-6.56-7.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Sunny, Warm to hot climate

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.

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.

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

China

Other Countries

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

Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Thailand

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Citrus aurantifolia

Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Citrus aurantiifolia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Fabales

Sapindales

Family

Fabaceae

Rutaceae

Genus

Tamarindus

Citrus

Species

Tamarindus indica

C. aurantifolia

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 239.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal 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.