Many times tamarinds are confused with legumes because of their brown shell and pod-like
shape.
But the truth is that this fruit, although it's not very well known, has several health
benefits due to its nutritional value.
Apart from its vitamins, antioxidants and organic compounds, the tamarind has anti-inflammatory
and antibacterial properties.
Eating this fruit can strengthen your cardiovascular, circulatory, digestive, nervous and immune
systems.
In today's video we're going to explain how your body can benefit from a regular consumption
of this fruit:
They improve digestion Do you feel like your digestion takes too
long?
Or maybe you're having a hard time using the restroom?
Tamarinds can help, the fibers present in them make your bowel movements easier.
Furthermore, they stimulate the gastric juice and bile, improving the food digestion process.
As incredible as it may seem, this fruit is considered to be a natural laxative and is
used to treat chronic diarrhea.
They contribute to our heart's health Apart from contributing to the lowering of
high blood pressure and reducing of cholesterol, tamarinds are rich in potassium and vitamin
C—nutrients that are good for your heart.
In order to obtain these benefits, all you need is a handful of tamarind leaves and water.
Boil the water in a pot.
Next, add the leaves and let it boil for three more minutes.
Once that is done, let the mixture cool.
Drink the tea throughout the day.
They prevent anemia You've probably already heard that tamarinds
are great at improving anemia since they help your circulatory system.
With the ideal amounts of iron in your blood, we guarantee that you will have an adequate
amount of red blood cells, the cells that are responsible for oxygen circulation.
Weight loss One of the main qualities of this fruit is
its ability to aid in weight loss.
Since it's rich in fiber, it helps eliminate the fats in the food we eat and keep us full
for longer.
Furthermore, tamarinds have hydroxycitric acid which inhibits an enzyme that stores
fat.
You can pair this recipe with a balanced diet and exercise in order to accelerate weight
loss:
Ingredients 1 slice of pineapple, half of a small papaya,
half a cup of tamarind juice;
Instructions Blend it all together.
You should drink this in the morning.
They control diabetes Remember the HCA—the acid we just talked
about?
That same acid is able to limit the amount of carbohydrates that your body absorbs and
turns into fat and sugar.
This is great for anyone with diabetes because it keeps your blood sugar levels under control.
In order to obtain the best results, eat some tamarinds three times a week.
They're a potent anti-inflammatory You may not know, but tamarinds are used in
several herbal medicines around the world.
Due to their anti-inflammatory action, they can be used to treat eye infections, gout,
arthritis, and rheumatic conditions.
They boost your immune system Apart from being great for the immune system
due to the vitamin C they contain, tamarinds have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.
In a study performed in Brazil, tamarinds proved to act positively against all bacteria
tested, including some of the most common agents in food infections, Salmonella and
E. coli.
Their seeds are also used to get rid of worms.
They help with liver problems Tamarinds have properties that protect and
flush our liver.
It's great at treating bile problems and reducing liver fat.
Here is a good way to consume tamarinds:
Ingredients 100 grams of peeled tamarind, 1 liter of water;
Instructions Blend the tamarind and 1 cup of water.
The result will be a thick juice.
After that blend it again, adding the rest of the water.
Drink this mixture throughout the day, dividing it into three doses.
To complement this beverage, maintain a natural diet, rich in vegetables, and avoid alcoholic
beverages and processed foods.
Hair loss Tamarinds are also widely used in home remedies
to fight hair loss.
Do the following: Boil some peeled tamarinds.
Wait for them to cool and apply the mixture to your scalp, massaging gently with your
fingertips.
After that, let it sit for an hour.
Then rinse with cold water.
Repeat the process three times a week.