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Tamarind and Pineapple


Pineapple and Tamarind


Benefits

Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment   
Asthma treatment, Bronchitis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate   

General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain   
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sinusitis, Treatment of common cold   

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

Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss   
Prevents hair loss   

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting   
Abdominal pains, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Sneezing, Swelling, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing   

Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones   
Causes swollen mouth, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin rash, Vomiting   

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes   
No   

Lactating Women
No   
No   

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   
Best if taken as a breakfast (or 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)   

Nutrition

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Carbs
62.50 g   
4
13.12 g   
37

Fiber
5.10 g   
10
1.40 g   
32

Sugar
57.40 g   
3
9.85 g   
23

Protein
2.80 g   
4
0.54 g   
99+

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04   
23
0.04   
24

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg   
17
3.00 mcg   
32

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg   
1
0.08 mg   
10

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg   
4
0.03 mg   
28

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg   
2
0.50 mg   
30

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg   
99+
0.21 mg   
29

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg   
26
0.11 mg   
13

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg   
21
18.00 mcg   
17

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg   
99+
47.80 mg   
17

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg   
37
0.02 mg   
99+

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg   
22
0.70 mcg   
30

Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg   
36
0.00 mcg   
36

Choline
8.60 mg   
8
5.50 mg   
23

Fat
0.60 g   
14
0.12 g   
99+

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
628.00 mg   
4
109.00 mg   
99+

Iron
2.80 mg   
2
0.29 mg   
36

Sodium
28.00 mg   
2
1.00 mg   
20

Calcium
74.00 mg   
2
13.00 mg   
28

Magnesium
92.00 mg   
1
12.00 mg   
23

Zinc
0.10 mg   
23
0.12 mg   
21

Phosphorus
113.00 mg   
1
8.00 mg   
40

Manganese
0.10 mg   
31
0.93 mg   
4

Copper
0.00 mg   
99+
0.11 mg   
19

Selenium
1.30 mcg   
6
0.10 mcg   
16

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
0.00 mg   
38
17.00 mg   
27

Omega 6s
0.00 mg   
99+
23.00 mg   
99+

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
0.00 mg   
16
6.00 mg   
13

Water Content
82.00 g   
99+
86.00 g   
33

Ash
0.09 g   
99+
0.22 g   
99+

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
50.00 kcal   
14

Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal   
1
50.00 kcal   
15

Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal   
37
245.00 kcal   
31

Calories in Canned Form
Not Available   
52.00 kcal   
21

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal   
39
53.00 kcal   
27

Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal   
17
265.00 kcal   
13

Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal   
39
303.00 kcal   
17

Characteristics

Type
Tropical   
Berry, Tropical   

Season
Spring, Summer   
Autumn   

Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari   
Smooth Cayenne, Abacaxi, Red Spanish and Queen   

Seedless Variety
No   
Yes   

Color
Brown, Reddish-brown   
Yellow   

Inside Color
Brown   
Yellow   

Shape
Curving Cylinder   
Oval   

Texture
Tough   
Juicy   

Taste
Sour-Sweet   
Strong, Sweet, Tart   

Origin
Africa   
Central America, South America   

Grows on
Trees   
Not Available   

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained   

Soil pH
5.6-6.5   
5.5-6   

Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate   
Hot, Sunny   

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.
  
  • A single pineapple takes 3 years to reach maturation.
  • Pineapple is not an apple, but is actually a berry.
  • The name is with reference to its resemblance to pine cones.
  • Pineapple is sweeter if scales are more.
  

In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  

Wine
Yes   
Yes   

Beer
Yes   
Yes   

Spirits
No   
Yes   

Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   

Production
  
  

Top Producer
India   
Costa Rica   

Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan   
Brazil, India, Philippines, Thailand   

Top Importer
United States of America   
United States of America   

Top Exporter
Thailand   
Costa Rica   

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica   
Ananas comosus   

Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus   
Ananas sativus   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Liliopsida   
Liliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Commelinidae   

Order
Fabales   
Poales   

Family
Fabaceae   
Bromeliaceae   

Genus
Tamarindus   
Ananas   

Species
Tamarindus indica   
A. comosus   

Generic Group
Tamarind Sub   
Pineapple   

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Difference Between Tamarind and Pineapple

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Pineapple with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 50.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Pineapple 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 Pineapple is Fabales and Poales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Pineapple belongs to Bromeliaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Pineapple belongs to Ananas genus of A. comosus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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