Benefits
Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of osteoarthritis
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures headache, Digestive aid
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Acts as moisturizer, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Fainting, Itching, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Abdominal cramps, Allergic reaction, Bloating, Intestinal gas
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
62.50 g12.20 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
5.10 g1.60 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
57.40 g8.50 g
0
63.35
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Protein
2.80 g1.00 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 mcg64.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.43 mg0.03 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 mg0.40 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg0.14 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg0.04 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg8.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.50 mg10.00 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg0.07 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.80 mcg2.10 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg85.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
8.60 mg6.10 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.60 g0.30 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
628.00 mg173.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
2.80 mg0.32 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
28.00 mg3.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
74.00 mg16.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
92.00 mg9.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.10 mg0.10 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
113.00 mg15.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.10 mg0.11 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.00 mg0.10 mg
0
2
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Selenium
1.30 mcg0.00 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg44.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
0.00 mg46.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mgNA
0
87
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Water Content
82.00 g86.13 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.09 g0.40 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NA50.00 kcal
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
239.00 kcalNA
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
187.00 kcal46.00 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
128.00 kcal350.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
NA75.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
28.00 kcal52.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
254.00 kcal200.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
239.00 kcal390.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Evan, Mesabi, Meteor, Northstar, Montmorency and Mongolian
Seedless Variety
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Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Red
Inside Color
Brown
Red
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Texture
Tough
Crunchy
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Africa
Europe, Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy
Soil pH
5.6-6.55.5-8
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Cold
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.
- Using 1/4 tablespoon of almond extract with cherries, brings out the real flavor of cherries.
- In earlier times, serving cherry pie with ice cream was prohibited.
- 23 April is National cherry cheese cake day.
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
Turkey
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Thailand
Poland
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Prunus cerasus
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Fabales
Rosales
Family
Fabaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Prunus
Species
Tamarindus indica
P. cerasus
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Rose