Reply To: tamarind safety

[Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, LDN]

Hey! So, according to this study (http://jmp.ir/browse.php?a_code=A-10-148-3&slc_lang=en&sid=1) there are no scientific studies to prove the safety of tamarind, but they also cite a study done on guinea-pigs that concluded 10-50 g/day won’t cause hazardous effects or side effects. Sounds like traditionally it is used to help with constipation during pregnancy and can be pretty effective. Overall, I don’t think small amounts from the chews will cause harm.

On the vitamin C, you can supplement with too much, I suggest keeping it under 2000 mg/day- you can’t overdo food sources of vitamin C.