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@ Halal | September-october . 2020
Halalan Toyyiban diet – a way forward
Muslim family having a Ramadan meal .
Halalan TOYIBBan diet : Qur ’ anic ideals versus Muslim realities
Islamic principles dictate the way an
individual and Muslim society shall live , from multiple aspects of life , including diet .
When it comes to the diet , Muslims must make sure their food and drinks selection is not only halal ( lawful ) but also toyyib ( good that is comprehensive , encompassing the notion of being delicious , wholesome , healthy , safe and hygienic , ethical , etc .).
The command to embrace and fulfil both “ halalan toyyiban ” was reiterated multiple times in different Qur ’ anic verses . Often , these Qur ’ anic verses areal so fused with