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.
It's high in
A. Potassium
B. Vit c
C. Flavinoids
D. Fiber
E. Anti-oxidants
F. And all other types of minerals
1. Knee pain/arthritis
A. May use topically as a paste, just add turmeric powder, and apply to area.
B. To take by mouth – Dry and then grind the seeds. Take 1/2 t. in 1 cup water/2 x day.
2. Indigestion
3. Lower cholesterol/triglycerides/LDL
4. Increase HDL
5. Decreases inflammation
6. Relieves constipation (paste, powder in water, and/or juice)
7. Great for heart problems
8. Skin problems such as acne, blemishes, etc. (may apply the paste to the skin or apply the juice)
9. Great for eye drops (the juice)
10. Diarrhea (the paste or powder)
11. Helps fight colon cancer (all 3 ways)
12. Supports kidney health
13. Decreases blood sugar in diabetes
14. Heals wounds (paste, powder mixed with water, juice) (the leaves and bark are antiseptic as well)
15. Ulcers
16. Protects skin from U.V. Rays
17. Teeth (brush teeth with the seed powder)
18. Allergies
19. Asthma
20. Protects the liver (tea and juice)
TO MAKE A PASTE:
1. First thing is to remove the shells by hand. They break off easily
2. Be sure to remove the fibrous pieces as well
3. Place 10-11 pieces of tamarind fruit in bowl
4. Cover with 1 3/4 cup boiling water
5. Cover with towel
6. Let sit x 2 hours
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