Benefits of tamarind: what is tamarind, its benefits and how you can use it in your dishes

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1. It contains polyphenols like flavonoids, some of which can help regulate cholesterol levels. 2. The antioxidants in this fruit can help reduce oxidative damage to LDL cholesterol, which


is a key reason of heart disease. 3. Tamarind is also relatively high in magnesium. Magnesium has many health benefits and plays a pivotal role many body functions. It can also help lower


blood pressure and has anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic effects. 4. Tamarind extract contains natural compounds that have antimicrobial effects. It has also been used in traditional


medicine to treat diseases like malaria. 5. The minerals found in tamarind – like copper, nickel, manganese, selenium, and iron – are involved in improving your body’s defense against


oxidative stress. Selenium, along with vitamin E, protects the lipid content in liver cells from free radical attack. 6. Tamarind bark and root extracts have proven to be an effective cure


for stomach ache. Rasam, a South Indian preparation, is made of spices, tamarind, cumin, black pepper, and mustard. It is eaten with rice to promote digestion.