1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension
1.1.1 General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Unknown
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
NA
1.5 Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
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
2.3.1 Fiber
2.3.3 Sugar
2.5 Protein
2.5.3 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.6 Vitamins
2.6.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
30.00 mcg150.00 mcg
0
426
2.6.3 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.6.5 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.6.6 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
3.12.3 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
4.3.2 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
6.11.1 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.11.2 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
6.11.4 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
6.12.2 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.12.3 Lycopene
6.12.4 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
6.12.6 Choline
6.13 Fat
6.15 Minerals
6.15.1 Potassium
628.00 mg170.00 mg
42
840
6.15.2 Iron
6.16.1 Sodium
6.16.2 Calcium
6.16.3 Magnesium
6.17.1 Zinc
7.2.1 Phosphorus
7.3.1 Manganese
7.3.2 Copper
7.4.1 Selenium
7.6 Fatty Acids
7.6.1 Omega 3s
7.7.1 Omega 6s
7.8 Sterol
7.8.1 Phytosterol
7.10 Water Content
7.11 Ash
8 Calories
8.1 Serving Size
8.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
9.13 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.8 Calories in Frozen Form
12.13 Calories in Dried Form
12.14 Calories in Canned Form
12.15 Calories in Foods
12.15.1 Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal60.00 kcal
17
461
12.15.2 Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal238.00 kcal
49
420
12.15.3 Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal320.00 kcal
80
450
13 Characteristics
13.1 Type
13.2 Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
13.3 Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
13.4 Seedless Variety
13.5 Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Bright Yellow, Orange
13.6 Inside Color
13.7 Shape
13.8 Texture
13.9 Taste
13.10 Origin
13.11 Grows on
13.12 Cultivation
13.12.1 Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
NA
13.12.2 Soil pH
13.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
NA
14 Facts
14.1 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.
NA
14.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
14.2.1 Wine
14.2.2 Beer
14.2.3 Spirits
14.2.4 Cocktails
14.3 Production
14.3.1 Top Producer
14.3.2 Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
NA
14.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
Netherlands
14.3.4 Top Exporter
15 Scientific Name
15.1 Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Physalis Peruviana
15.2 Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
16 Classification
16.1 Domain
16.2 Kingdom
16.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
16.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
16.5 Class
16.6 Subclass
16.7 Order
16.8 Family
16.9 Genus
16.10 Species
Tamarindus indica
Physalis
16.11 Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Not Available