1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
1.1.1 General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
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
1.5 Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
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1.6.2 Lactating Women
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81% - High Calorie Fruits Fruits have it !
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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
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
100 g
2.2 Carbs
62.50 g
Rank: 4 (Overall) ▶
1
79.18
2.2.1 Fiber
5.10 g
Rank: 10 (Overall) ▶
0
10.4
2.2.2 Sugar
57.40 g
Rank: 3 (Overall) ▶
0
63.35
2.3 Protein
2.80 g
Rank: 4 (Overall) ▶
0.3
14.07
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
Rank: 23 (Overall) ▶
0.02
0.52
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg
Rank: 17 (Overall) ▶
0
426
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg
Rank: 1 (Overall) ▶
0
0.428
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg
Rank: 4 (Overall) ▶
0
1.3
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg
Rank: 2 (Overall) ▶
0
2.8
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
Rank: 42 (Overall) ▶
0
1.4
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
Rank: 26 (Overall) ▶
0
0.4
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
Rank: 21 (Overall) ▶
0
81
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg
Rank: 62 (Overall) ▶
0
228.3
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
Rank: 37 (Overall) ▶
0
3.81
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg
Rank: 22 (Overall) ▶
0
40.3
2.4.11 Lycopene
0.00 mcg
Rank: 9 (Overall) ▶
0
5204
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
Rank: 36 (Overall) ▶
0
834
2.4.13 Choline
8.60 mg
Rank: 8 (Overall) ▶
0
14.2
2.5 Fat
0.60 g
Rank: 14 (Overall) ▶
0
33.49
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
628.00 mg
Rank: 4 (Overall) ▶
42
840
2.6.2 Iron
2.80 mg
Rank: 2 (Overall) ▶
0.06
9
2.6.3 Sodium
28.00 mg
Rank: 2 (Overall) ▶
0
1556
2.6.4 Calcium
74.00 mg
Rank: 2 (Overall) ▶
1
100
2.6.5 Magnesium
92.00 mg
Rank: 1 (Overall) ▶
0
92
2.6.6 Zinc
0.10 mg
Rank: 23 (Overall) ▶
0
2.7
2.6.7 Phosphorus
113.00 mg
Rank: 1 (Overall) ▶
0
113
2.6.8 Manganese
0.10 mg
Rank: 31 (Overall) ▶
0
3.3
2.6.9 Copper
0.00 mg
Rank: 52 (Overall) ▶
0
2
2.6.10 Selenium
1.30 mcg
Rank: 6 (Overall) ▶
0
63.7
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
0.00 mg
Rank: 38 (Overall) ▶
0
318
2.7.2 Omega 6s
0.00 mg
Rank: 54 (Overall) ▶
0
1689
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
0.00 mg
Rank: 16 (Overall) ▶
0
87
2.9 Water Content
82.00 g
Rank: 50 (Overall) ▶
0
95.23
2.10 Ash
0.09 g
Rank: 44 (Overall) ▶
0
87.1
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
100 g
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶
15
299
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal
Rank: 2 (Overall) ▶
12
354
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal
Rank: 1 (Overall) ▶
0
187
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal
Rank: 37 (Overall) ▶
32
747
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶
17
443
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal
Rank: 39 (Overall) ▶
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal
Rank: 17 (Overall) ▶
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal
Rank: 39 (Overall) ▶
80
450
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
Tropical
4.2 Season
Spring, Summer
4.3 Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
4.4 Seedless Variety
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4.5 Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
4.6 Inside Color
Brown
4.7 Shape
Curving Cylinder
4.8 Texture
Tough
4.9 Taste
Sour-Sweet
4.10 Origin
Africa
4.11 Grows on
Trees
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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.
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
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5.2.2 Beer
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88% - High Calorie Fruits Fruits have it !
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5.2.3 Spirits
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5.2.4 Cocktails
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5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
India
5.3.2 Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
5.3.4 Top Exporter
Thailand
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
6.2 Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
Eukarya
7.2 Kingdom
Plantae
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
7.5 Class
Liliopsida
7.6 Subclass
Rosidae
7.7 Order
Fabales
7.8 Family
Fabaceae
7.9 Genus
Tamarindus
7.10 Species
Tamarindus indica
7.11 Generic Group
Tamarind Sub