1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
1.1.1 General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hydrates skin
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner
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
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
1.5 Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Unknown
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
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, 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)
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.2.2 Fiber
2.2.4 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.2 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.3 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.6 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.8 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.10 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.5.1 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.6.2 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.6.3 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.6.5 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.6.7 Lycopene
2.6.9 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.6.11 Choline
2.7 Fat
2.8 Minerals
2.8.1 Potassium
628.00 mg138.00 mg
42
840
2.8.3 Iron
2.8.5 Sodium
2.8.7 Calcium
2.9.2 Magnesium
2.9.3 Zinc
2.9.5 Phosphorus
2.10.2 Manganese
2.11.1 Copper
2.12.1 Selenium
3.3 Fatty Acids
3.3.1 Omega 3s
3.3.2 Omega 6s
3.5 Sterol
3.5.1 Phytosterol
3.7 Water Content
3.9 Ash
4 Calories
4.1 Serving Size
4.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
4.4 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
4.5 Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal0.00 kcal
0
187
4.6 Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal150.00 kcal
32
747
4.7 Calories in Canned Form
5.13 Calories in Foods
5.13.1 Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal105.00 kcal
17
461
8.4.1 Calories in Jam
8.11.1 Calories in Pie
9 Characteristics
9.1 Type
Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
9.2 Season
Spring, Summer
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
9.3 Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
9.4 Seedless Variety
9.5 Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Coral red, Yellow
9.6 Inside Color
9.7 Shape
9.8 Texture
9.9 Taste
9.10 Origin
9.11 Grows on
9.12 Cultivation
9.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam
9.12.2 Soil pH
9.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Humid
10 Facts
10.1 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.
- Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
- 'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
- It makes the best hair mask.
- Seeds are edible and healthy too.
10.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
10.2.1 Wine
10.2.2 Beer
10.2.3 Spirits
10.2.4 Cocktails
10.3 Production
10.3.1 Top Producer
10.3.2 Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
10.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
Singapore
10.3.4 Top Exporter
11 Scientific Name
11.1 Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Nephelium lappaceum
11.2 Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Rambota
12 Classification
12.1 Domain
12.2 Kingdom
12.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
12.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
12.5 Class
12.6 Subclass
12.7 Order
12.8 Family
12.9 Genus
12.10 Species
Tamarindus indica
N. lappaceum
12.11 Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Not Available