Tamarind Seeds (20 Seeds)
for Planting Ceylon Tamarindus indica for Bonsai plant
What is tamarind?
Tamarind
is a type of tropical fruit that comes from the tamarind tree, native to Africa
but it also grows in other tropical regions including India. The tamarind tree
produces bean-like pods which contain seeds and a fibrous pulp. As these pods
ripen, the pulp becomes paste-like and takes on a sweet-sour taste.
Tamarind
is probably best known for its use in Asian, Mexican and Caribbean dishes, and
it is typically bought as a paste or a purée, but it can also be bought as raw
pods, a pressed block and as tamarind concentrate
What are 6 main health
benefits of tamarind?
1. A rich source of
antioxidants
The
pulp of tamarind is rich in numerous phytonutrients that act as potent dietary
antioxidants, and can enhance the efficacy of the body’s natural immune
defences. Antioxidants are
needed to reduce the inflammatory impact of oxidative stress.
2. May have anticancer
properties
In a
2014 animal study, tamarind seed extract reduced both the oxidative stress
markers and delayed the progress of Renal Cell Carcinoma. This is down to its
antioxidant effect, and that tamarind seed extract has antioxidant enzyme induction
properties and cancer-related signal pathway blockage effect.
3. May improve heart
health and cholesterol
Being
rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, tamarind has been shown to
decrease LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol, thereby lowering the
risk of atherosclerosis. The dried pulp was also found to have anti-hypertensive effects, reducing diastolic
blood pressure.
4. Offers liver
protective benefits
Fatty
liver disease, or hepatosteatosis, is increasing in the Western world, and
tamarind fruit extract has been shown to
provide a protective effect for the liver, as it contains antioxidants called
procyanidins, that counter free radical damage to the liver.
5. Provides natural
antimicrobial benefits
Natural
compounds present in tamarind extract have the potential of being used as a natural antimicrobial against
pathogenic microorganisms. Specifically, a compound called lupeol has
been identified for its antibacterial properties.
6. May offer
anti-diabetic effects
The
anti-inflammatory effect of tamarind seed extract has
been shown to offer potential protective benefits and improve blood sugar
regulation in those with diabetes.
Is tamarind safe for
everyone?
As a
food, tamarind sits within the legume family and so has the capability to cause
an allergic reaction in some people. Tamarind may lower blood sugar levels and
so should be used with caution if you are diabetic. It can also have a laxative effect if
consumed in large amounts.
How to use tamarind
The
simplest way is to buy tamarind paste and use this to make sauces, marinades,
curries and other dishes such as pad Thai. If using a compressed block, tear
off the required amount and soak in warm water for 10 minutes. Then mix it
together, strain through a sieve, throw away the pulp and use the liquid. For
tamarind concentrate, mix 15ml of tamarind with 4-6 tbsp of warm water
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