Welcome to The Finest Mercado our store Tamarind Paste Seedless Quality Pure Organic Ceylon Fresh Healthy SunDried 50g What is tamarind?Tamarind is a tropical fruit that grows on the tamarind tree. Tamarind trees produce bean-like pods with seeds and fibrous pulp. As the pulp in these pods ripens, it becomes paste-like and develops a sweet-sour flavor. Tamarind is most commonly associated with Asian, Mexican, and Caribbean cuisines, and it is typically purchased as a paste or purée, but it can also be purchased as raw pods, a pressed block, and tamarind concentrate. Nutritional benefits of tamarind100g of tamarind contains approximately:• 238 kcal/1011 KJ• 2.3g protein• 62.5g carbohydrates• 5.1g fibre• 0.6g fat• 1.9mg niacin• 14ug folate A rich source of antioxidantsThe 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 defenses. Antioxidants are needed to reduce the inflammatory impact of oxidative stress.3. May improve heart health and cholesterolBeing 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 benefitsFatty 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 benefitsNatural 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 effectsThe anti-inflammatory effect of tamarind seed extract has been shown to have potential protective benefits and improve blood sugar regulation in those with diabetes. Thank you for visiting The Finest Mercado our store