Tamarind

Tangerine

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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

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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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

100 g

2.2 Carbs

62.50 g13.34 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

5.10 g1.80 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

57.40 g10.58 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.80 g0.81 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

30.00 mcg34.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.43 mg0.06 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.15 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.94 mg0.38 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.22 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.08 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg16.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

3.50 mg26.70 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg0.20 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.80 mcg0.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg138.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

8.60 mg10.20 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.31 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

628.00 mg166.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.80 mg0.15 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

28.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

74.00 mg37.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

92.00 mg12.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.07 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

113.00 mg20.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.04 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.00 mg0.04 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

1.30 mcg0.10 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg18.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mg48.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

0.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

82.00 g85.17 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.09 g0.38 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NANA

15 299

1.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

239.00 kcal53.00 kcal

12 354

1.4 Calories in Frozen Form

187.00 kcalNA

0 187

1.6 Calories in Dried Form

128.00 kcal340.00 kcal

32 747

1.8 Calories in Canned Form

NA61.00 kcal

17 443

1.9 Calories in Foods

1.9.1 Calories in Juice

28.00 kcal43.00 kcal

17 461

1.9.3 Calories in Jam

254.00 kcal50.00 kcal

49 420

1.9.6 Calories in Pie

239.00 kcal370.00 kcal

80 450

2 Characteristics

2.1 Type

Tropical

Citrus

2.2 Season

Spring, Summer

Winter

2.3 Varieties

PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari

Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst

2.4 Seedless Variety

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2.5 Color

Brown, Reddish-brown

Orange

2.6 Inside Color

Brown

Orange

2.7 Shape

Curving Cylinder

Round

2.8 Texture

Tough

Succulent

2.9 Taste

Sour-Sweet

Sweet-Sour

2.10 Origin

Africa

South-Eastern Asia

2.11 Grows on

Trees

Not Available

2.12 Cultivation

2.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Well-drained

2.12.2 Soil pH

5.6-6.56-7.5

3.5 10

2.12.4 Climatic Conditions

Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate

Sunny

3 Facts

3.1 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..

3.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

3.2.1 Wine

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3.2.2 Beer

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3.2.3 Spirits

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3.2.4 Cocktails

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3.3 Production

3.3.1 Top Producer

India

China

3.3.2 Other Countries

Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan

Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey

3.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

China

3.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Spain

4 Scientific Name

4.1 Botanical Name

Tamarindus indica

Citrus reticulata

4.2 Synonym

Tamarindo, tamarindus

Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis

5 Classification

5.1 Domain

Eukarya

5.2 Kingdom

Plantae

5.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

5.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.6 Subclass

Rosidae

5.7 Order

Fabales

Sapindales

5.8 Family

Fabaceae

Rutaceae

5.9 Genus

Tamarindus

Citrus

5.10 Species

Tamarindus indica

C. reticulata

5.11 Generic Group

Tamarind Sub

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Tamarind and Tangerine

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Tangerine with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 53.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Tangerine 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 Tangerine is Fabales and Sapindales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.