Ibn Al Qayyam quoted Imam Shafi’ee who said: Four matters bring strength to the body, eating meat, smelling perfume, taking baths even without the intercourse & wearing Kittan (Linen). Four matters weaken the body, sexual intercourse, depression, drinking water repeatedly while the stomach is empty & consuming sour foods in excess. Four matters strengthen the sight / vision,… Read More »
Before suhur (the pre-dawn meal during Ramadan), as her family members sleep, Fatima remains awake to prepare the food for them and wake them up. And before iftar, as they relax or spend time outside the house ahead of the evening call to prayer, she spends her time preparing dishes, which her family selects in excess, forgetting what… Read More »
Historically, spices have shaped many events throughout the world. Many voyagers, including the legendary Christopher Columbus, explored the seas in search of treasured spices. These valued commodities contribute not only flavors but also serve as colorants and preservatives in a wide variety of cultures. Today, spices are increasingly revered not only for their culinary properties but also for… Read More »
Food allergies or sensitivities, religious practices, and ideological beliefs are some of the main reasons people rely on specific diets or follow dietary restrictions. While some restrictions are meant to prevent life threatening events, others speak to your guest’s personal and moral beliefs. Either way, they’re equally important. Therefore, if you’re planning an event — or catering for… Read More »
Here is the main point: Jesus did not come into the world mainly to give bread, but to be bread. “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will not hunger. He who believes in me will never thirst” (John 6:35; he repeats himself in verses 48 and 51). He came into the world not to give… Read More »
Man-yahdihillahu fala mudilla lahu wa man-yudlilhu fala hadiya lah And the translation of this is usually given as: Whomever Allah guides, no one can misguide, and whomever Allah misguides, no one can guide. Let us look at the following facts from the Quran: “There shall, none the less, most certainly come unto you guidance from Me: and those who… Read More »
The pattern of disharmony between the liver and stomach is widely observed in patients with digestive diseases, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, chronic gastritis, and functional dyspepsia, etc. In order to gain a full and systematic understanding of this pattern, we reviewed the functions and physiological characteristics of the liver and stomach and the liver–stomach relationship. In this review, we discuss the pathogenesis… Read More »
You may have heard many times that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And if you are wondering why? The answer lies in the name itself – break the fast that you have undergone through the night. Some people can’t imagine starting their day without a bowl of oatmeal or a plate of eggs. Others, on the other… Read More »
Elaichi, more commonly known as cardamom, is a spice that effortlessly transforms ordinary dishes into culinary delights, enveloping them in a tantalising aroma and rich flavour. Its vivid green pods, dotted with black pearls, enhance the essence of every imaginable dish or dessert. Yet, beyond its culinary prowess, cardamom boasts different health benefits. Notably, high-quality cardamom pods are… Read More »
Taramira Oil or Jamba oil is seed oil, squeezed from the seeds of the arugula (Eruca sativa). Since the plant is exceptionally dry spell safe, the oil is well known in locales of poor precipitation, especially in West Asia, Pakistan and Northern India. In Hindi, it is known as Taramira otherwise its general name is Eruca sativa which is… Read More »