One of the beauties of Islam is that it has prohibited only such things as are unnecessary and dispersible, while providing alternatives which are better and which give greater ease and comfort to human beings. This point has been explained by Ibn al-Qayyim: Read more

Locusts.

Those who are engaged in agriculture, are well acquainted with such insects as locusts. But not everyone knows that this insect is not only harmful to agricultural land, but is also suitable for consumption. Read more

We see, both trends, Halal and healthy, being supportive of each other. Insha Allah, we hope to tweak your taste buds on a regular basis with recipes from around the world providing you with some low fat, traditional and or quick and easy cuisine. The recipes come from many kitchens with cooks who have perfected their favorite dishes. Jazakullah and happy living. Read more

Halal is a set of Islamic dietary laws guided by the Quran and the teachings of Allah’s prophet Muhammad, may peace and blessings be upon him. Read more

With regards to meat that is not slaughtered according to Islamic rites, (Quran 6:121, 2:168, 5:3, 6:145) Dr Ahmad Sakr, expert on Halal certification in USA, says it is not Halal because of the effect electric shock has on blood drainage. Using electric shock, explains Sakr, means that all of the animal’s blood does not leave its body, because electric shock affects the central nervous system. It is Haram to eat Read more

The system of labeling products Kosher goes back at least 100 years in America. Jews who are strict about maintaining Jewish dietary laws need to know which products, both meat and non-meat, are fit for consumption. Kosher labeling is one major way to determine this. Read more

Under the Islamic Law, all sources of food are lawful except the following sources, including their products and derivatives which are considered unlawful: Read more

Halal (halaal) is an Arabic term meaning permissible, lawful or permitted.. In the English language it most frequently refers to food that is permissible according to Islamic law. In the Arabic language it refers to anything that is permissible under Islam. The opposite of Halal is Haram. which means unlawful or prohibited. Halal and Haram are universal terms that apply to all facets of life. Read more