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Tangerine and Tamarind


Tamarind and Tangerine


Benefits

Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care   
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment   

General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level   
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain   

Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots   
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots   

Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair   
Prevents hair loss   

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing   
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting   

Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy   
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones   

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   

Lactating Women
No   
No   

Best Time to Eat
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   
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach   

Nutrition

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Carbs
13.34 g   
35
62.50 g   
4

Fiber
1.80 g   
28
5.10 g   
10

Sugar
10.58 g   
19
57.40 g   
3

Protein
0.81 g   
36
2.80 g   
4

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06   
21
0.04   
23

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
34.00 mcg   
15
30.00 mcg   
17

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg   
16
0.43 mg   
1

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg   
26
0.15 mg   
4

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.38 mg   
38
1.94 mg   
2

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg   
28
0.14 mg   
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg   
21
0.07 mg   
26

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg   
19
14.00 mcg   
21

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
26.70 mg   
34
3.50 mg   
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg   
29
0.10 mg   
37

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg   
36
2.80 mcg   
22

Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
138.00 mcg   
6
0.00 mcg   
36

Choline
10.20 mg   
6
8.60 mg   
8

Fat
0.31 g   
27
0.60 g   
14

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
166.00 mg   
99+
628.00 mg   
4

Iron
0.15 mg   
99+
2.80 mg   
2

Sodium
0.00 mg   
21
28.00 mg   
2

Calcium
37.00 mg   
10
74.00 mg   
2

Magnesium
12.00 mg   
23
92.00 mg   
1

Zinc
0.07 mg   
26
0.10 mg   
23

Phosphorus
20.00 mg   
25
113.00 mg   
1

Manganese
0.04 mg   
99+
0.10 mg   
31

Copper
0.04 mg   
99+
0.00 mg   
99+

Selenium
0.10 mcg   
16
1.30 mcg   
6

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
18.00 mg   
26
0.00 mg   
38

Omega 6s
48.00 mg   
34
0.00 mg   
99+

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
Not Available   
0.00 mg   
16

Water Content
85.17 g   
37
82.00 g   
99+

Ash
0.38 g   
34
0.09 g   
99+

Calories

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available   
Not Available   

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
53.00 kcal   
13
239.00 kcal   
2

Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available   
187.00 kcal   
1

Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal   
12
128.00 kcal   
37

Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal   
18
Not Available   

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
43.00 kcal   
34
28.00 kcal   
39

Calories in Jam
50.00 kcal   
38
254.00 kcal   
17

Calories in Pie
370.00 kcal   
8
239.00 kcal   
39

Characteristics

Type
Citrus   
Tropical   

Season
Winter   
Spring, Summer   

Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst   
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari   

Seedless Variety
No   
No   

Color
Orange   
Brown, Reddish-brown   

Inside Color
Orange   
Brown   

Shape
Round   
Curving Cylinder   

Texture
Succulent   
Tough   

Taste
Sweet-Sour   
Sour-Sweet   

Origin
South-Eastern Asia   
Africa   

Grows on
Not Available   
Trees   

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Well-drained   
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained   

Soil pH
6-7.5   
5.6-6.5   

Climatic Conditions
Sunny   
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate   

Facts

Facts about
  • 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..
  
  • 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.
  

In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  

Wine
Not Available   
Yes   

Beer
Not Available   
Yes   

Spirits
Not Available   
No   

Cocktails
Not Available   
Yes   

Production
  
  

Top Producer
China   
India   

Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey   
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan   

Top Importer
China   
United States of America   

Top Exporter
Spain   
Thailand   

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata   
Tamarindus indica   

Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis   
Tamarindo, tamarindus   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Magnoliopsida   
Liliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Rosidae   

Order
Sapindales   
Fabales   

Family
Rutaceae   
Fabaceae   

Genus
Citrus   
Tamarindus   

Species
C. reticulata   
Tamarindus indica   

Generic Group
Citrus fruit   
Tamarind Sub   

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Difference Between Tangerine and Tamarind

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Tamarind belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tangerine and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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