Tamarind
Feb 17, 2025
Tamarind
Tamarind is a tree which is used for constipation, liver and gallbladder problems, and stomach disorders. It is also used to treat colds and fever.
Women sometimes use tamarind to treat pregnancy-related nausea. It is sometimes given to children to treat intestinal worms. An extract of tamarind seeds is used in eye drops for dry eyes.
Tamarind contains ingredients that may contain laxative effects and some activity against certain fungi and bacteria. Specifically for dry eyes, it contains a chemical similar to mucin that is normally found in the eye (mucin helps protect and wet the surface of the cornea).
Dosage:
The appropriate dose of tamarind depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time, there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for tamarind.
Evidence:
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of tamarind for these uses.
Precautions:
Tamarind is likely safe when used in food amounts. Caution in those with a history of diabetes or hypoglycemia as tamarind might lower blood sugar levels. There is a concern that it might interfere with blood sugar control.
Interactions:
Taking tamarind with aspirin or Ibuprofen might increase how much aspirin/ibuprofen the body absorbs. This could increase the amount of aspirin in the body and might increase the chance of aspirin side effects.
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