The health benefits of tamarind or imli are often not spoken about. But this sour fruit can actually keep your liver and heart safe from diseases.
Known for its sweet and tangy taste, Tamarind is used all over the world to make chutneys, stews, sauces, and even desserts. But apart from giving your food a burst of flavour, tamarind or imli comes with a lot of health benefits as well. From boosting your immunity to keeping your liver and heart safe from diseases, tamarind do your health a world of good.
Benefits Of Tamarind
- Helps in weightloss
- Prevents peptic ulcers
- Effective in managing diabetes
- Helps with digestion
- Aids a healthy heart
- Takes care of your liver
- It can help you deal with allergies
Nutritional Facts Of Tamarind
Tamarind is very rich in nutrients, providing at least 10% of: Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Potassium.
A half-cup serving contains:
- Calories: 143.
- Protein: 2 grams.
- Fat: 0 grams.
- Carbohydrate: 38 grams.
- Fiber: 3 grams.
- Sugar: 34 grams.
Risks Of Tamarind
Tamarind might lower blood sugar levels. Taking tamarind along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
