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Tamarind

Limited scientific evidence supports tamarind's use for dry eye and fluorosis; insufficient evidence for other traditional uses.

Benefits

Key compounds

Tartaric acidmalic acidcitric acidacetic acidsuccinic acidphenolic compoundsflavonoidstanninsmucilagepectinamino acidssugarspotassiumphosphoruscalciummagnesiumironvitamin A

May help with

Best for these goals

Antioxidantanti-inflammatorylaxativeantimicrobialhepatoprotectiveantidiabeticantimalarialantiasthmaticanti-hyperlipidemicrich in essential minerals and vitamins.

How to use it

Culinary ingredient (curries, chutneys, sauces, ice cream, sherbet), raw fruit, sweetened balls, juice concentrate, pulp powder

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

Generally safe in food amounts; large medicinal doses lack sufficient safety data. May lower blood sugar, interfere with surgery, and increase aspirin/ibuprofen absorption. Pregnancy/breastfeeding safety is unknown. | Interactions: May lower blood sugar, interacting with diabetes medications; may increase absorption of aspirin and ibuprofen, potentially increasing side effects.
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Educational information only — not medical advice, and not evaluated by the FDA. These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk to a qualified healthcare provider before using any ingredient therapeutically, especially if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.

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