{"id":41932,"date":"2022-03-25T15:45:29","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T15:45:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=41932"},"modified":"2025-10-22T16:30:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T16:30:14","slug":"halal-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Halal Diet Guide: Dietary Guidelines For The Muslim Faith"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#What_Is_Halal\" >What Is Halal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#What_Can_You_Eat_On_A_Halal_Diet\" >What Can You Eat On A Halal Diet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Vegetables\" >Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Fruits\" >Fruits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Poultry\" >Poultry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Meat\" >Meat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Seafood\" >Seafood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Dairy_And_Eggs\" >Dairy And Eggs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Legumes_And_Nuts\" >Legumes And Nuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Spices\" >Spices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Grains\" >Grains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Sweets_And_Candies\" >Sweets And Candies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#What_Cant_You_Eat_On_A_Halal_Diet\" >What Can&#8217;t You Eat On A Halal Diet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Pork_Products\" >Pork Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Alcohol\" >Alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Non-Halal_Meat\" >Non-Halal Meat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Animal_By-Products\" >Animal By-Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Foods_Prepared_With_Unclean_Ingredients\" >Foods Prepared With Unclean Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Foods_With_Added_Alcohol\" >Foods With Added Alcohol<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#What_Is_Zabiha\" >What Is Zabiha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Why_Is_Zabiha_Important\" >Why Is Zabiha Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#What_Is_Halal_Certification\" >What Is Halal Certification?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#How_To_Follow_A_Halal_Diet\" >How To Follow A Halal Diet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Learn_To_Read_Labels\" >Learn To Read Labels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Look_For_Halal_Certification\" >Look For Halal Certification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Subscribe_To_A_Halal_Food_Service\" >Subscribe To A Halal Food Service<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Avoid_Pork_And_Alcohol\" >Avoid Pork And Alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Be_Wary_Of_Processed_Foods\" >Be Wary Of Processed Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Cook_At_Home\" >Cook At Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#Halal_Substitution_Ideas\" >Halal Substitution Ideas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/halal-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Religion is a fundamental part of many people\u2019s lives\u2013 this also means that dietary guidelines can differ drastically based on religious beliefs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Halal diet follows the dietary guidelines prescribed by the Muslim faith (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2529358\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). There are many specific requirements and restrictions to consider, but in general, a Halal diet focuses on consuming what are considered pure and wholesome foods. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we will outline some of the most important aspects of a Halal diet, as well as provide some tips for following one yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Halal\"><\/span><b>What Is Halal?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal is an Arabic word that refers to anything permissible under Islamic law. In terms of food, Halal refers to any item that is fit for human consumption and does not contain any pork <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pcos-diet-to-manage-symptoms\/\">products<\/a> or alcohol (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2529358\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few general guidelines that all Muslims should follow when following a Halal diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All foods must be clean and pure. This means that they must be free of contaminants, including pork products and alcohol.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat must be slaughtered in a specific way, known as Zabiha.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food additives, such as coloring agents and preservatives, must also be Halal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal by-products, such as gelatin and rennet, must come from Halal sources.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods must be prepared cleanly and hygienically.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Eat_On_A_Halal_Diet\"><\/span><b>What Can You Eat On A Halal Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because something is Halal doesn\u2019t mean it has to be boring! There are many delicious and nutritious foods that you can enjoy on a Halal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/kosher-diet-menu\/\">diet<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the most popular options (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/food-science\/halal-food\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All vegetables are considered Halal, so feel free to indulge in your favorites.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits\"><\/span><b>Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like vegetables, all fruits are considered permissible. Be sure to enjoy a variety of different fruits for the best nutritional benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poultry\"><\/span><b>Poultry<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1295\">Poultry such as chicken, duck, and turkey can be Halal, but only if they are slaughtered according to Zabiha guidelines. This ensures that the meat is permissible under Islamic law. When buying poultry, look for Halal certification or check with the supplier to confirm it meets these requirements. Poultry that has not been slaughtered according to Zabiha standards is considered <em data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1276\">haram<\/em> (not permissible).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meat\"><\/span><b>Meat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal meat must be slaughtered in a specific way, so it is important to check the label list before purchasing. Halal meats include beef, lamb, and goat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40907 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125-1024x576.png\" alt=\"halal diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5125.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-best-immune-boosting-foods\/\">30 Best Immune-Boosting Foods To Add To Your Diet<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seafood\"><\/span><b>Seafood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All seafood is considered <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mesomorph-diet-female\/\">permissible<\/a>, including fish, shrimp, and crab.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dairy_And_Eggs\"><\/span><b>Dairy And Eggs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal dairy products must come <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/meal-replacement-diet\/\">from animals<\/a> that are milked using a traditional method, not machines. Halal dairy products include milk, yogurt, and cheese.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All eggs are considered permissible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legumes_And_Nuts\"><\/span><b>Legumes And Nuts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal legumes include beans, lentils, and chickpeas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All nuts are considered permissible, except for those roasted with lard.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spices\"><\/span><b>Spices<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All spices are considered permissible, except those that contain alcohol.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grains\"><\/span><b>Grains<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal grains include wheat, barley, and oats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweets_And_Candies\"><\/span><b>Sweets And Candies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal sweets and candies are available at most supermarkets. Do not forget to check the ingredients list to make sure that no pork products (such as gelatin) were used in the manufacturing process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40055 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Group-1-4-1.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Group-1-4-1.png 770w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Group-1-4-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Group-1-4-1.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Cant_You_Eat_On_A_Halal_Diet\"><\/span><b>What Can&#8217;t You Eat On A Halal Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haram, which is the Arabic word for forbidden, refers to anything that is not permissible under Islamic law.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few items that are not allowed on a Halal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mind-diet-recipes\/\">diet<\/a>, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fao.org\/3\/y2770e\/y2770e08.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pork_Products\"><\/span><b>Pork Products<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pork is considered unclean and is, therefore, not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol is also considered unclean, thus, not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Halal_Meat\"><\/span><b>Non-Halal Meat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat that has not been slaughtered in a specific way is considered unclean, therefore, not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Animal_By-Products\"><\/span><b>Animal By-Products<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal by-products such as gelatin and rennet must not come from non-halal sources. Blood is not halal and food must not be contaminated with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_Prepared_With_Unclean_Ingredients\"><\/span><b>Foods Prepared With Unclean Ingredients<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that are not prepared in a clean and hygienic manner are considered unclean and are therefore not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_With_Added_Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Foods With Added Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that contain any amount of alcohol are not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/diet-for-indigestion\/\">What Is The Best Diet For Indigestion? How To Manage Your Symptoms With Food<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39908 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/2-8.jpg\" alt=\"halal diet\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/2-8.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/2-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/2-8.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Zabiha\"><\/span><b>What Is Zabiha?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zabiha is the Islamic ritual of animal slaughter and is one of the most important aspects of a Halal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gut-brain-connection-diet\/\">diet<\/a>. The goal of Zabiha is to ensure that the animal is killed humanely and that all the blood is drained from its body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2076-2615\/9\/8\/530\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few specific guidelines that must be followed when performing Zabiha:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must be conscious when it is slaughtered.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must be slaughtered with a sharp blade.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal\u2019s throat must be cut swiftly and deeply.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal\u2019s blood must be drained from its body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must be slaughtered in the presence of a Muslim.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must not be slaughtered in the presence of other animals.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must not see the blade that is going to be used to slaughter it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The blade must be clean, without blemish, and free of blood.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The animal must be slaughtered humanely.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Zabiha_Important\"><\/span><b>Why Is Zabiha Important?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zabiha is important because it ensures that the meat is lawful for consumption under Islamic law. It also helps ensure that the meat is fresh and has not been contaminated with blood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2076-2615\/9\/8\/530\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). By following the guidelines of Zabiha, Muslims can be sure that they are eating food that is both healthy and lawful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38994 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Frame-5527-1024x576.png\" alt=\"halal diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Frame-5527.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Frame-5527-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Frame-5527.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Frame-5527.png 1076w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Halal_Certification\"><\/span><b>What Is Halal Certification?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/biotin-rich-foods-vegetarian\/\">certification<\/a> is a process that is used to verify that a product is Halal. The goal of halal certification is to ensure that the products that are sold to Muslim consumers are free from pork and alcohol (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1877042814011276\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different organizations that offer halal certification, including the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA) and the Muslim Consumer Group (MCG) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/305868703_HALAL_LAWS_From_Conception_to_Current_Challenges\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal certification helps ensure that the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/thyroid-diet-plan-for-weight-loss\/\">products<\/a> are of high quality and meet the standards of Islamic law. By using halal-certified products, Muslims can be sure that they are consuming food that is both healthy and lawful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Follow_A_Halal_Diet\"><\/span><b>How To Follow A Halal Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in following a Halal diet, there are a few things that you can do to make it easier:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_To_Read_Labels\"><\/span><b>Learn To Read Labels<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to ensure that a product is Halal is to learn how to read the labels. All of the ingredients in a product must be listed on the label, so you can easily see if there are any which are not allowed in a Halal diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Look_For_Halal_Certification\"><\/span><b>Look For Halal Certification<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not sure whether or not a product is Halal, you can look for the halal certification seal. This seal will guarantee that the product has been certified as Halal by a reliable organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subscribe_To_A_Halal_Food_Service\"><\/span><b>Subscribe To A Halal Food Service<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have time to prepare your Halal meals, you can subscribe to halal food service. This service will provide you with pre-packaged, Halal meals that are ready to eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38978 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5313-1024x576.png\" alt=\"halal diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5313.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5313-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5313.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5313.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Pork_And_Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Avoid Pork And Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The easiest way to stay on track with a Halal diet is to avoid pork and alcohol. These two ingredients are not allowed in a Halal diet, so they are easy to avoid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Wary_Of_Processed_Foods\"><\/span><b>Be Wary Of Processed Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processed foods often contain unclean ingredients, so it might be better to avoid them if you are trying to follow a Halal diet. Instead, try to eat fresh, whole foods that are Halal-friendly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cook_At_Home\"><\/span><b>Cook At Home<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to ensure that you are eating Halal food is to cook at home. This way, you can control the ingredients that are used in your food.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Halal_Substitution_Ideas\"><\/span><b>Halal Substitution Ideas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are having a hard time finding Halal products, there are a few substitution ideas for you, such as using:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beef or lamb instead of pork;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil or vegetable broth instead of butter or margarine;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut milk, almond milk, or soy milk instead of dairy milk;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spelt, quinoa, or brown rice instead of wheat;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hummus, tahini, or baba ganoush instead of mayonnaise;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dates, figs, or prunes instead of candy or chocolate;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sparkling water or fruit juice instead of alcohol; and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit pectin or agar-agar instead of gelatin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Halal diet is a simple way of eating that follows the guidelines set by Islamic law. By following a Halal diet, Muslims can be sure that they are eating food that is both healthy and lawful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a Halal diet can be a bit challenging, but with a little bit of effort, it is doable. By learning to read labels, looking for halal certification, and cooking at home, you can guarantee that everything you eat is compliant with Islamic law. In addition, there are a few substitution ideas that can help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halal_Diet_Guide\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Religion is a fundamental part of many people\u2019s lives\u2013 this also means that dietary guidelines can differ drastically based on religious beliefs. A Halal diet follows the dietary guidelines prescribed by the Muslim faith (5). There are many specific requirements and restrictions to consider, but in general, a Halal diet focuses on consuming what are [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":41933,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[67],"tags":[],"coauthors":[45],"class_list":["post-41932","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diets"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Halal Diet Guide: Dietary Guidelines For The Muslim Faith - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Would you like to try following a \u2605 HALAL DIET? \u27a4 There are a few tips and reminders you should know before trying this meal plan method found in this read. 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There are many specific requirements and restrictions to consider, but in general, a Halal diet focuses on consuming what are considered pure and wholesome foods. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we will outline some of the most important aspects of a Halal diet, as well as provide some tips for following one yourself.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Is Halal?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halal is an Arabic word that refers to anything permissible under Islamic law. 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