Tamarind dried fruits (Tamarindus indica L.)

Tamarind dried fruits

Tamarind is a pod-shaped fruit of a large tree native to Tropical Africa and Madagascar. When used in infusion, Tamarind acts as a natural laxative, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory. This fruit is very similar to the peanut, but larger, with a thinner shell and a soft, slightly sweet pulp.

Ingredients: 100% Tamarind fruits (Tamarindus indica).

What is Tamarind Tea good for

Tamarind Tea is recommended for treating constipation, lowering cholesterol levels, preventing insomnia and protecting the liver. It also acts as a natural stomach protector, helping to treat, for example, gastric ulcers. Tamarind Tea is rich in antioxidants, fibre, tartaric acid, vitamin B, magnesium, iron and malic acid which promote cognitive, nervous and immune wellbeing. Some studies indicate that this infusion promotes weight loss by influencing the release of hard faeces accumulated in the intestine.

Acting as a detox tea, it helps prevent skin ageing by reducing the appearance of acne pimples and blackheads. You can also use it to cleanse your eyes in case of inflammation.

Other indications: low immunity, diabetes, skin inflammation, brittle hair, and muscle damage.

Curiosities:

Tamarind is a favorite food in Asian and Indian cuisine. In addition to being used in infusion, it can appear in sweets, liqueurs, and even as a seasoning in meat and fish dishes. 

Water temperature: 100º

Infusion time: 10 minutes

Recommended quantity: 3 cups per day.

How to prepare Tamarind Tea: place 5 peeled pods in a pot in a litre (1L) of boiled water. Then cover and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Finally, strain and allow to cool slightly before drinking. You can drink it cold by keeping it in the fridge.

Store in a cool, dry place away from light.

NOTE: The image shown is only a suggestion of presentation, and the type of cut and dimensions of the plant may vary in the supply or time of year, keeping all the quality, functionalities, and properties of the tea unchanged.