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Tamarind: Rich source of non-starch polysaccharides (NSP) or dietary – fibre such as Hemicelluloses, mucilage, Pectin and tannins, tartaric acid which protect the body for harmful radicals. Tamarind fruit contains many volatile phytochemicals. A good source of minerals like copper potassium, calcium, iron selenium, zinc and magnesium Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure. Iron is essential for red blood cell production. Rich in thiamine, vitamin A, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin C. Much of these vitamins play as antioxidants and co-factor function for enzymes metabolism inside the body.  Its pulp has been used in many traditional medicines and laxative, digestive and as a remedy for bile disorder Lime/lemon : vitamin C, B6, potassium, folate, flavonoid and the phytochemical limonene. Limonene has anti-cancer effect and help increase the level of enzymes that detoxify carcinogens an