IndianJadiBooti Imli Beej Chota - Emli Seed Small - Tamarind Seeds Small - Tamarindus indica

What is Imli Beej(Tamarind Seeds):

Tamarind seeds are known as the most popular snack in India and many other countries. These seeds are also used to make pickles and chutneys, among other things. While you might love the tangy intense flavor of tamarinds in your food, most probably you are using the pulpy juice and throwing the seeds away? Well, maybe after reading about the tamarind seeds’ benefits here, you would think twice before disposing them!

Available mostly during the dry season, tamarind seeds make for a popular snack for many rural populations! Shiny polished black in color and rich in important minerals and nutrients like phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, calcium, amino acids, and vitamins, tamarind seeds offer you a range of health and nutritional benefits! Read on to know further!

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USES:

The red outer cover of the tamarind seed cures diarrhea and dysentery effectively. Extracts of tamarind seeds contain xyloglycans (antioxidants), which is used in many cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. They are topically used for treating minor skin rashes. Its anti-inflammatory property eases out joint pain (especially in people suffering from arthritis).

BENEFITS:
It is said that rubbing tamarind seed powder on your gums and teeth may have beneficial effects, especially for those who smoke a lot. Excessive consumption of soft drinks and smoking can lead to deposition of tartar and plaque; tamarind seeds come to your rescue by cleaning your teeth properly.

Other Names: Imli ,Tentul, Mange, Puli, Chinta, Chinch, Beej Imli Chhota, Emali

Tamarind seed juice is known to be a natural remedy to cure indigestion and increase bile production. Moreover, it is rich in dietary fibre, which further results in reduction of cholesterol. Fibre also helps in improving your digestive system.

Thanks to its antibacterial properties, tamarind seeds can help protect your skin from infections as well. Moreover, it can also protect you from intestinal and urinary tract infections.

Tamarind seeds tend to protect the pancreas, which increases the size of insulin-producing cells. Drinking tamarind seed water may help manage blood sugar levels naturally.