Nutritional Value

• Imili has been used as laxative as it contains tartaric acid, malic acid and potassium which improves digestion. Mix ingredients (One and half cup of tamarind pulp, honey, lemon juice and hot water) and let it rest overnight and daily drink a glass of it those who have constipation.
• Alpha amylase present in tamarind and its seed aids diabetes.
• It is loaded with flavonoids, polyphenols and hydroxycitric acid which helps to reduce weight.
• Strengthens the heart health maintaining cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
• Antioxidants present in them to prevent from cancers.
• 20gm of tamarind pulp with half teaspoon turmeric powder in hot water is a perfect face pack for oily face.
• Rich in Vitamin C, which boost the immune system to prevent colds.

Storage and Uses

• Cover them and refrigerate for weeks.
• You can use it in your dishes, or as paste or syrup form. Directly eating from pod in good option.

Note

• Tamarind seed extract helps to prevent and treat peptic ulcers and aids diabetes. Antioxidants present in seeds help to reduce the severity of acute kidney failure and kidney cancer. Don’t waste it.