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Tamarind and Quince


Quince and Tamarind


Benefits

Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment   
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention   

General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain   
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level   

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

Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss   
Regulates hair growth   

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting   
NA   

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

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   

Lactating Women
No   
Yes   

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)   

Nutrition

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Carbs
62.50 g   
4
15.30 g   
25

Fiber
5.10 g   
10
1.90 g   
27

Sugar
57.40 g   
3
Not Available   

Protein
2.80 g   
4
0.40 g   
99+

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04   
23
0.03   
25

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg   
17
2.00 mcg   
33

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg   
1
0.02 mg   
38

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg   
4
0.03 mg   
30

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg   
2
0.20 mg   
99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg   
99+
0.08 mg   
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg   
26
0.04 mg   
99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg   
21
3.00 mcg   
32

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg   
99+
15.00 mg   
40

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg   
37
Not Available   

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg   
22
Not Available   

Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
Not Available   

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg   
36
Not Available   

Choline
8.60 mg   
8
Not Available   

Fat
0.60 g   
14
0.10 g   
99+

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
628.00 mg   
4
197.00 mg   
37

Iron
2.80 mg   
2
0.70 mg   
17

Sodium
28.00 mg   
2
4.00 mg   
16

Calcium
74.00 mg   
2
11.00 mg   
32

Magnesium
92.00 mg   
1
8.00 mg   
27

Zinc
0.10 mg   
23
0.04 mg   
29

Phosphorus
113.00 mg   
1
17.00 mg   
28

Manganese
0.10 mg   
31
Not Available   

Copper
0.00 mg   
99+
0.13 mg   
14

Selenium
1.30 mcg   
6
0.60 mcg   
10

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
0.00 mg   
38
0.00 mg   
38

Omega 6s
0.00 mg   
99+
49.00 mg   
33

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
0.00 mg   
16
Not Available   

Water Content
82.00 g   
99+
83.80 g   
99+

Ash
0.09 g   
99+
0.40 g   
33

Calories

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available   
57.00 kcal   
19

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal   
2
Not Available   

Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal   
1
Not Available   

Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal   
37
320.00 kcal   
14

Calories in Canned Form
Not Available   
Not Available   

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal   
39
50.00 kcal   
30

Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal   
17
130.00 kcal   
35

Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal   
39
310.00 kcal   
16

Characteristics

Type
Tropical   
Tree fruit   

Season
Spring, Summer   
Winter   

Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari   
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM   

Seedless Variety
No   
No   

Color
Brown, Reddish-brown   
Green, Yellow   

Inside Color
Brown   
White   

Shape
Curving Cylinder   
Round   

Texture
Tough   
Crunchy   

Taste
Sour-Sweet   
Tart   

Origin
Africa   
Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey   

Grows on
Trees   
Trees   

Cultivation
  
  

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

Soil pH
5.6-6.5   
6-7   

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

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.
  
  • Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
  • It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
  • They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.
  

In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  

Wine
Yes   
Yes   

Beer
Yes   
Yes   

Spirits
No   
Yes   

Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   

Production
  
  

Top Producer
India   
Turkey   

Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan   
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan   

Top Importer
United States of America   
United States of America   

Top Exporter
Thailand   
Argentina   

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica   
Cydonia oblonga   

Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus   
C. vulgaris   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Liliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Rosidae   

Order
Fabales   
Rosales   

Family
Fabaceae   
Rosaceae   

Genus
Tamarindus   
Cydonia   

Species
Tamarindus indica   
C. oblonga   

Generic Group
Tamarind Sub   
Rose   

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Difference Between Tamarind and Quince

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Quince with peel is Not Available and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Quince 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 Quince is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Quince belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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