Tamarind

Physalis

Tamarind and Physalis

Tamarind

Physalis

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation

1.3 Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Unknown

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

1.5 Side Effects

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

Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia

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

As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g13.30 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g0.50 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 g3.90 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g2.30 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.17

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg150.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.11 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg2.80 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mgNA

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mgNA

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcgNA

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg28.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.50 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mg2.00 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.00 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg170.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg1.30 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mgNA

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg12.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg8.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg39.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.40 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.10 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcgNA

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mgNA

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mgNA

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 gNA

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g0.80 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA77.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcalNA

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

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal60.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal238.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal320.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

Fruit vegetable

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Bright Yellow, Orange

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

Orange

4.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

4.8 Texture

Tough

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

4.10 Origin

Africa

Chile, Peru

4.11 Grows on

Trees

Bushes

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.55-6.1

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, 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.

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

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Netherlands

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Colombia

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Physalis Peruviana

6.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum

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

Asteridae

7.7 Order

Fabales

Solanales

7.8 Family

Fabaceae

Solanaceae

7.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Physalis

7.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

Physalis

7.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

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Difference Between Tamarind and Physalis

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Physalis with peel is Not Available and 77.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Physalis belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tamarind and Physalis is Fabales and Solanales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.