Surprising Health Benefits Of Tamarind (Imli)

Tamarind is an amazing fruit with a sweet and tangy taste and is commonly called Imli in India. It has been used by several ancient civilizations and is a favourite fruit of many. It is used for culinary purposes and is used almost all over the world. It is a member of the Fabaceae family and its scientific name is Tamarindus indica. It grows on trees in pods and dries down from a green fruit. It is often considered a legume due to its pod-like growth. The tartness of this fruit is extremely delicious and its pulp can be eaten on its own with some added sugar and salt. Due to their sweet, robust flavor, tamarinds are common in candies, chutneys, jams, desserts, steak sauces and Worcestershire sauce. In addition to its high energy and fiber content, the tamarind is a great source of B-vitamins and a number of minerals. The tamarind is the fruit of a tall tree that grows in Asia and North Africa. Its pods are about five inches long and contain seeds and a pulp that become extremely sour when dried. It is native to tropical Africa and Southern Asia, but has been cultivated in India for so long that it is often assumed that it was native to the subcontinent.

Health Benefits of Tamarind:-

The pulp, leaves and flowers, in various combinations, are applied on painful and swollen joints.

Diabetes: Although there is limited research concerning the health benefits of tamarind for diabetes, tamarind has long been used as a natural and traditional medicine to treat diabetics..

Improves Nerve Function: One of the most significant vitamins in tamarind is the B complex. Thiamine, an important part of the vitamin B family, is found in high quantities within tamarind. Thiamine is responsible for improving nerve function, as well as muscle development, which can help you remain active, maintain your reflexes, and stay strong.

Nutrition Content: This food is an excellent source of vitamin B, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, thiamine, phosphorus, riboflavin, and fiber.

Improved Eye Health: As an A vitamin, the supply of beta-carotene in tamarind helps ensure eye health and normal vision.

The red outer covering of the seed is an effective remedy against diarrhea and dysentery.

Heart health: Tamarind is great for your heart because it lowers blood cholesterol and blood pressure.

Tamarind fruit contains certain health benefiting essential volatile chemical compounds, minerals, vitamins and dietary fiber.

Tamarind is a house of antioxidants, vitamin C and A which help fight against the free radicals.

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