Benefits
Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
62.50 g11.75 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
5.10 g2.40 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
57.40 g9.35 g
0
63.35
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Protein
2.80 g0.94 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.040.08
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg11.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg0.09 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg0.04 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.94 mg0.28 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg0.25 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg0.06 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg30.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg53.20 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg0.18 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg0.00 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg129.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
8.60 mg8.40 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.60 g0.12 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
628.00 mg181.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
2.80 mg0.10 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
28.00 mg0.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
74.00 mg40.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
92.00 mg10.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.10 mg0.07 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
113.00 mg14.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.10 mg0.03 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.00 mg0.05 mg
0
2
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Selenium
1.30 mcg0.50 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg7.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
0.00 mg18.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mgNA
0
87
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Water Content
82.00 g86.75 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.09 g0.44 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NA63.00 kcal
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcal47.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal45.00 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal300.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
NA61.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal45.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal260.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal333.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Citrus
Season
Spring, Summer
Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Seedless Variety
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Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Orange
Inside Color
Brown
Orange
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Texture
Tough
Succulent
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Africa
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
5.6-6.56-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Hot
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.
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
India
Brazil
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Thailand
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Fabales
Sapindales
Family
Fabaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Citrus
Species
Tamarindus indica
C. × sinensis
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Citrus fruit