IMLII: A CRAZE LOVELY
Journal Title: International Research Journal of Pharmacy (IRJP) - Year 2012, Vol 3, Issue 8
Abstract
Every part of Tamarind tree, from roots to leaf tips has been utilized to meet different human needs. Tamarindus indica (Caesalpiniaceae), popularly known as imli is a perennial evergreen tree with a spreading crown, feathery evergreen foliage and fragrant flowers. Tamarindus indica is one of the auspicious, versatile tree species in the Indian subcontinent. The pulp of Tamarind finds important place in chutneys, pickles, jams, curries, sauces, ice cream, sharbat and “tamarind fish”. It is extensively used in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh cuisines, particularly in the preparation of Rassam and Sāmbhar. Traditionally, Tamarindus indica has been used as an antidiabetic, digestive, expectorant, anti-pyretic and anti-malarial agent. This review article summarizes the phytoconstituents, pharmacological actions, drug interactions encountered and safety profile with the use of Tamarind. I first fell in love with tamarind fruit, during school summer vacations. There was an elderly lady in my village, who carried delightful tamarind balls. Her tamarind balls were made up of tamarind pulp, sugar, a pinch of salt and ginger. We, children would break the balls apart and suck on the pieces. We'd suck the entire tamarind piece until there was nothing left except the seed to discard. Our craze had nothing to do with the nutritional or medicinal content of the fruit.
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Isha Dhamija , Milind Parle
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