Tamarind and Pineapple
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
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.
