Soak the pulp in hot water for a few minutes, then strain and press to extract the juice. A little sugar or honey may be added according to local customs. Approximately 15 to 20 g of pulp per glass of water, to be consumed occasionally.
The bark was traditionally boiled for a long time in water to obtain a decoction used externally. This preparation, less documented and potentially more concentrated in active principles, should be made under the advice of a qualified professional. Dosage to be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
The fresh pulp is diluted in a little warm water then applied directly to the affected area using a clean cloth, for about fifteen minutes. Dosage to be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Tamarind pulp can be found, often in the form of a compact block or paste, in African and Asian grocery stores as well as in certain herbalist shops; the tree itself grows in tropical zones and can only be cultivated in warm climates.
Ripe pods are harvested at the end of the dry season, when their brown shell cracks slightly, revealing the sticky pulp inside.