The fruit and leaves of tamarind have amazing anti-flatulent, digestive, and mild laxative properties. The main bio-active ingredients are citric, tartaric and malic acids. The tartaric and malic acids are known for its natural skin caring properties and these acids make tamarind sour in taste.

Aavakaaya (raw mango) is a kind of pickle popular in Andhra Pradesh, India. Aavakaaya, in Telugu language, is nothing but raw and sour mango available in plenty at Andhra Pradesh. The raw mango is loaded with essential vitamins and dietary fiber.