Sunnah

Dates

Date is a product of the date palm. Commonly found in the middle eastern region. The date fruit comes in many different varieties (Barhi, Deglet noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Saidi, Thoory etc) and is one of the sweetest fruits around.

Date fruit can be eaten fresh but most commonly eaten dried. Whether fresh or dry, the health benefits of dates are still abundant. From a health point of view, the natural sugar in dates is by far better than the highly refined white sugar that we eat today.

Dates Narration

I heard Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) saying “Whoever takes seven dates in the morning will not be effected by magic or poison on that day”

Narrated Sa’d:

Sahih Al Bukhari

“O A’ishah, a house in which there are no dates, its people will go hungry”

Prophet (PBUH) said:

(Sahih Muslim)

Dates are considered as one of the essential foods from the Sunnah.

Remedy for anaemia due to high ratio of iron

Reduces blood pressure

Promotes healthy heart and reduces heart disease risk

Promoting respiratory and digestive health

Provides immunity against cancer

Haemorrhoid prevention

Aids in weight loss

Pregnancy deliveries

Used to treat diarrhoea

Strengthens the bones, teeth and libido

Regarded as a laxatives and a remedy for constipation, supporting regular bowel movements

Strengthens the eyesight and maintain the moisture of the eye, strengthens nerves

Remedy for liver disease, jaundice, dry lips, dry skin, cracked nails

Regulates the acidity of the intestine because they are rich in alkaline minerals

Fresh dates are great for cleansing and producing new bloods

Honey

Honey is a naturally sweet, liquid made from the nectar of flowers and collected by honey bees. It comes in numerous varieties with different colours, textures and flavours.

The flavour, colour and sweetness of ho/ney depend on which type of flower the nectar was collected from.

Honey Narration

“There comes forth from the bellies, a drink of varying color wherein is healing for men. Verily, in this is indeed a sign for people who think”

Soorah Al-Nahl

16:69

The Prophet (PBUH) said, "If there is any healing in your medicines then it is a cupping operation, or branding (cauterization), but I do not like to be (cauterized) branded"

Narrated Jabir bin Abdullah said:

(Sahih al-Bukhari)

Honey and Good Health

Provides strength and energy to our body

Antioxidant – destroys biologically destructive chemical agents and eliminate free radicals our body

Treats stomach and duodenal ulcers

Used as a medicine to treat infected wounds and burns

Remedy for colds, flu, cough and throat infection

Treats chronic liver infection

Helps against allergies

Assists the immune system

Stimulates the digestive system and strengthens it

Cleans the liver, gall bladder and urethra

Anaemia and rickets in breastfed infants

Healing eye infections (conjunctivitis)

Treating insomnia, fatigue and calming the nerves

Treat nasal congestion and hay fever

Used as cosmetics: facial cleanser, hair conditioner and effective moisturiser

Olive

The olive tree is a plant that grows to about 10 meters with a grey twisted trunk. It has spear shaped leaves which are greyish green on top and silvery white on the bottom. Its white flowers grow in clusters, and its fruit (the olive) is oval shaped containing only one stone. The olive begins as a green fruit and ripens to black.

The olive tree and olive oil are mentioned in the Quran many times. The olive is praised as a precious fruit. Olive tree and olive-oil health benefits have been also established in the Prophetic medicine.

Olive Narration

Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said: “Season (your food) with olive oil and anoint yourselves with it, for it comes from a blessed tree”

Narrated Umar

Sunan ibn Majah

“And (we bought forth) a tree issuing from Mount Sinai which produces oil and food for those who eat”

Narrated Jabir bin Abdullah said:

Soorah al-mu’minun

Olive oil is rich in chlorophyll (green pigment found in plants and herbs) which has been shown to bind to toxins, pesticides, heavy metals, chemical etc. and detoxify them from the body.

Reduces the risk of heart disease by lowering the LDL cholesterol

Excellent in maintaining the metabolism

High in anti-oxidant which prevents free radical damage

Is mildly laxative, it stimulates secretion of bile and can be used to treat gallstones

Softens and soothes the skin

Black Seed

Black seed also known as ‘Nigella Sativa seed’ or ‘Black Cumin seed’, is a tiny, black, thick shaped cumin seed. They are slightly curved with a rough distinct texture that make them unique and easy to identify. Its origins are from North Africa, Mediterranean/Europe, and Asia, and have since spread far throughout the globe and is regarded as one of the most effective natural remedies.

Black Seed Narration

The Prophet (PBUH) said: 'This black cumin is healing for all diseases except As-Sam (death)'.

Sahih al-Bukhari

5687

The Prophet (PBUH) said: 'This black cumin is healing for all diseases except As-Sam (death)'.

Sahih al-Bukhari

5687

Scientifically proven to destroy every living bacteria, fungus, yeast etc. Contains over 100 compounds working synergistically with one another.

Relieves or dampens sensation of pain

Expels intestinal worms

Eradicates bacteria staphylococcus aureus and E. Coli

Reduces inflammation

Destroys or inhibits the growth of destructive microorganisms

Prevents or delays the damaging oxidisation of the body’s cells – particularly useful against free radicals

Exhibits a ‘cooling action’, useful in fever reduction

Prevents or eases muscle spasms and cramps

Counteracts or prevents the formation of malignant tumours

Stimulates digestion and induces the expulsion of gas from the stomach and the intestines

Stimulates urination to relieve bloating and rid the body of any excess water

Stimulates bile and aids digestion process

Stimulates menstrual flow and activity

Stimulates the action of milk in new mothers

Reduces blood pressure

Suppresses or strengthens immune system activity as needed for optimum balance

Relaxation of the bowel.