The benefits of tamarind

Tamarind  benefits

It is very difficult to find people who do not like tamarind. Its name is found at the top of the food list, especially for young women. However, many people think that eating tamarind is harmful to health and eating tamarind causes blood clots.

According to modern doctors, the idea that "tamarind makes blood water or tamarind is harmful to the brain" is completely wrong. Everything is as good and as bad. Similarly, tamarind has both good and bad or good and bad. In the summer it is much appreciated compared to other times. Both boys and girls can eat tamarind.

Not knowing the benefits of tamarind:
1) Increases digestive energy and relieves constipation:
If you want to solve problems like stomach ache or constipation, take the help of tamarind. Tamarind contains tartaric acid, malic acid and potassium which relieves constipation. In Ayurveda, tamarind leaves are still used to treat diarrhea. Also the bark and roots of the tamarind tree are used to relieve abdominal pain.

2) Controls diabetes:
Tamarind seeds are able to control diabetes. It also keeps the blood sugar level right. It contains a type of enzyme called alpha-amylase that lowers blood sugar levels.

3) Lose weight:
Tamarind has high levels of fiber and at the same time it is completely fat free. Studies have shown that eating tamarind daily reduces weight.

The presence of flavonoids and polyphenols works to reduce weight. Also its present hydroxycitric acid reduces hunger.

4) Prevents peptic ulcer:
Peptic ulcers occur most often in the stomach and small intestine. These ulcers are very painful. Research has shown that regular consumption of tamarind seed powder cures peptic ulcer.

In fact, the polyphenolic compound present in tamarind heals ulcers.

5) Keeps the heart right:
Tamarind is very heart friendly. The flavonoids present in it reduce bad cholesterol. Again, it does not allow triglycerides (a type of fat) to accumulate in the blood. The high potassium present in it helps in lowering blood pressure.

6) Prevents cancer:
Tamarind has high levels of antioxidants that help prevent kidney failure and cancer.

7) Heals wounds:
Tamarind leaves and bark are antiseptic and anti-bacterial. It helps to heal wounds.

8) Brightens the skin:
Tamarind helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. Tamarind is also useful for those who have acne.

The hydroxy acid present in tamarind also helps in exfoliation of the skin. This causes dead cells to rise and the skin to look brighter.

10) Helps to cure cold and cough:
Tamarind has antihistaminic properties. Which in turn prevents allergies. Vitamin C present in it enhances the body's immunity.

11) Protects the liver:
Tamarind also keeps our liver well. Studies have shown that regular consumption of tamarind leaves in high doses improves damaged liver.

Disadvantages of tamarind
1. In the case of certain medications that increase bleeding:
Tamarind can increase the risk of bleeding and create serious health problems if taken with certain medications. Such drugs are being

=> Aspirin,
=> Ibuprofen, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like Naproxen (NSAIDs),
=> Blood thinners (heparin, warfarin, etc.)
=> Anti-platelet drug (Clopidogrel)

If you take tamarind while taking these medicines, the level of absorption of them in the body will increase. They start doing a lot more work in the body and gradually more bleeding starts.

2. Hypoglycemia may occur
Hypoglycemia is caused by eating too much tamarind, which lowers blood serum glucose levels. Nutritionists recommend taking 10 grams of tamarind daily.

Which should be 0.6% of regular diet. Taking more than this can cause glucose deficiency in the body.

So diabetic patients who take medication to lower blood sugar levels should be careful about this.

3. May cause allergic reactions
The most common side effect of tamarind is allergy or hypersensitivity. For this reason, some people have symptoms like rash, itching, inflammation, fainting, vomiting or shortness of breath.

4. Destroys tooth enamel
Tamarind is highly acidic in nature. So playing tamarind regularly can ruin tooth enamel. So eating extra tamarind is as bad for your health as it is for your teeth.

5. Helps in formation of gallstones
Indian researchers have proven that frequent consumption of large quantities of tamarind helps in gallstones. This can lead to jaundice, high fever, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, digestive problems and liver problems.

6. Increases acid reflux:
Tamarind is an acidic food so eating it increases the level of acid in our gastrointestinal tract, especially in the stomach. So if you suffer from acid reflux then you should avoid eating tamarind.



Also, if you are taking blood vessel contraction medicine, you should refrain from eating tamarind. This will make the blood vessels narrower. As a result, blood flow will be reduced and blood vessels may be completely blocked. Tamarind reacts with certain antibiotics. Since it acts as a laxative, refrain from taking tamarind if you have already taken a laxative.