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Benefits

Health Benefits

Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes

General Benefits

Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, 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, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

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
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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), Strictly avoid empty stomach

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Carbs

62.50 g16.53 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

5.10 g1.30 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

57.40 g15.23 g
0 63.35
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Protein

2.80 g0.83 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.05
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.01 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.07 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.60 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.00 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.10 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg14.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg71.50 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.07 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg0.40 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 mg7.10 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.60 g0.44 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

628.00 mg171.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

2.80 mg0.13 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

28.00 mg1.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

74.00 mg5.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

92.00 mg10.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.10 mg0.07 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

113.00 mg31.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.10 mg0.06 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.00 mg0.15 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 mg65.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

0.00 mg67.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg8.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

82.00 g81.76 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.09 g0.44 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

239.00 kcal66.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal66.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcal77.73 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal277.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

239.00 kcal91.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal50.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal260.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal280.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer

Varieties

PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal

Seedless Variety

Color

Brown, Reddish-brown
Bright red, Pink red

Inside Color

Brown
Greyish-white

Shape

Curving Cylinder
Oval

Texture

Tough
Fleshy

Taste

Sour-Sweet
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet

Origin

Africa
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam

Grows on

Trees
Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.6-6.55.5-6.5
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts

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 seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
  • This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
  • This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

India
China

Other Countries

Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America
Hong Kong

Top Exporter

Thailand
China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica
Litchi chinensis

Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus
Nephelium litchi

Classification

Domain

Eukarya
Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Class

Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae
Rosidae

Order

Fabales
Sapindales

Family

Fabaceae
Sapindaceae

Genus

Tamarindus
Litchi

Species

Tamarindus indica
L. chinensis

Generic Group

Tamarind Sub
Soapberry

Difference Between Tamarind and Lychee

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Lychee with peel is 239.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Lychee 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 Lychee is Fabales and Sapindales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.