Just hearing the name of tamarind makes my tongue water. The tamarind fruit is sour. Tamarind is a summer fruit which is sour. In South Asia, tamarind is called imli. Where tamarind fruit is very prevalent. Tamarind is available in almost every home. A very delicious fruit. It can be called a super food. Now we will know some natural benefits of tamarind.
1) Tamarind helps in digestion:
It is always seen that our stomach swells after eating. Tamarind works like magic, it contains (tartaric acid and malic acid) these acids help in our digestion which are present in tamarind. It helps in stimulating our bile and makes the digestion process easier.
**Benefits of tamarind:
*Reduces indigestion.
*Helps in natural excretion
*Helps in keeping our stomach clean. Drinking a glass of tamarind water after eating every day will keep our stomach healthy.
2) Tamarind reduces cholesterol:
Flavonoids and polyphenols are present in tamarind. Which reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good cholesterol (HDL). Tamarind contains potassium which reduces blood pressure.
*Benefits:
*Reduces bad cholesterol.
*Improves heart circulation.
*Keeps arteries happy and clean.
3) Tamarind boosts immunity:
Tamarind contains vitamin C and antioxidant NT antibacterial properties. Which fight against our illnesses and protect our body from common winter illnesses like sneezing, coughing etc.
*Benefits:
*Fights cold, flu and infections.
*Repairs cells with antioxidants.
*Keeps skin and body strong.
4) Keeps teeth and gums healthy:
Tamarind contains natural strong acids (tartaric acid and malic acid). Due to the strong calcium in tamarind, our teeth remain beautiful and the gums are protected from swelling. Scurvy disease occurs due to lack of vitamin C and it is in the nature of ulcers. Tamarind contains vitamin C which keeps us away from this ulcer disease.
*Benefits:
*Removes tartar and stains.
*Strengthens gums.
*Kills oral bacteria.
**Glowing Skin and Hair:
Tamarind contains Vitamin B and (AHA) acids and copper like Tamarind fights the signs of aging and helps in increasing collagen.
*Benefits:
Reduces acne and blemishes.
Slows down the signs of aging like wrinkles.
Promotes healthy hair and scalp.
5) Natural Weight Loss:
Tamarind contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which increases serotonin in the brain and reduces appetite – helps control appetite.
*Benefits:
*Controls appetite.
*Helps burn stored fat.
*Helps in metabolism.
***Energy Booster and Blood Cleanser:
Rich in iron, tamarind improves red blood cell production and helps relieve fatigue, especially in women.
**Benefits:
*Increases iron levels.
*Prevents anemia.
*Cleanses blood impurities.
*Overdose may result in:
Acid reflux.
Low blood sugar (for diabetics).
Erosion of tooth enamel.