1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
1.1.1 General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
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
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
1.5 Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
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, 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
2.2 Carbs
2.2.1 Fiber
2.2.2 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.4.11 Lycopene
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.4.13 Choline
2.5 Fat
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
628.00 mg166.00 mg
42
840
2.6.2 Iron
2.6.3 Sodium
2.6.4 Calcium
2.6.5 Magnesium
2.6.6 Zinc
2.6.7 Phosphorus
2.6.8 Manganese
2.6.9 Copper
2.6.10 Selenium
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
2.7.2 Omega 6s
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
2.9 Water Content
2.10 Ash
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal53.00 kcal
12
354
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal340.00 kcal
32
747
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal43.00 kcal
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal50.00 kcal
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal370.00 kcal
80
450
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
4.2 Season
4.3 Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
4.4 Seedless Variety
4.5 Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Orange
4.6 Inside Color
4.7 Shape
4.8 Texture
4.9 Taste
4.10 Origin
Africa
South-Eastern Asia
4.11 Grows on
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Sunny
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.
- It is known by another name ' Mandarin'.
- Oil extracted from its peel is used in various skin and hair care products.
- Tangerines is also known as the ‘Christmas Orange’ because it is used to stuff kids' stockings..
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
5.2.2 Beer
5.2.3 Spirits
5.2.4 Cocktails
5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
5.3.2 Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
China
5.3.4 Top Exporter
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Citrus reticulata
6.2 Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
7.2 Kingdom
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
7.5 Class
7.6 Subclass
7.7 Order
7.8 Family
7.9 Genus
7.10 Species
Tamarindus indica
C. reticulata
7.11 Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Citrus fruit