Ramadan

Fasting is not only a physical but also a spiritual exercise that has many lasting benefits. 1. Heightened Consciousness of god Fasting helps you to become less preoccupied with bodily appetites, and enables the heart and mind to become free to refle...

Fasting is not only a physical but also a spiritua...

Food has a great significance in Islam. It is associated with one's relationship with God. Chapter 20 verse 89 of the Qur¡¦an states: "eat of the good and wholesome things that We have provided for your sustenance, but indulge in no excess therein" T...

Food has a great significance in Islam. It is asso...

The fasts of Ramadan can improve a person's health but - if the correct diet is not followed - can possibly worsen it! The deciding factor is not the fast itself, but rather what is consumed in the non-fasting hours. To fully benefit from fasting a p...

The fasts of Ramadan can improve a person's health...

For many people the key question regarding fasting is whether it is good or bad for your health. The answer to this requires a quick overview of what happens inside the body during fasting: the physiology of fasting. The changes that occur in the bod...

For many people the key question regarding fasting...

Preparation time : 10 min. | Serves 8-10 persons These fried onion rings are one of an easy and quick recipe to prepare at home and can be served as fried snack. It is served with any dip or sauce like ketchup, bbq sauce, etc. Ingredients: 3-4 large ...

Preparation time : 10 min. | Serves 8-10 persons T...

Preparation time : 60 mins. | Serves 2-4 persons This lentil rice is prepared with whole red lentils and is called Masoor Daal Pulao in traditional Pakistani cuisine. It can also be prepared with other lentils like large yellow lentils using the same...

Preparation time : 60 mins. | Serves 2-4 persons T...

Preparation time : 20 mins. | Serves 6 persons This aloo chaat recipe is one of a famous street food in Pakistani and Indian cuisine. It is also one of the main serving item for ramadan iftar food. Here in this recipe it is prepared with two flavors ...

Preparation time : 20 mins. | Serves 6 persons Thi...

I often make this low fat Mediterranean salad to pack for lunch on busy days. To make a full meal out of this salad, top it with water-packed tuna or some cooked chicken. Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 4 cups baby arugula ...

I often make this low fat Mediterranean salad to p...

Preparation time : 45 mins. | Serves 2 dozen samosa This aloo samosa recipe is another famous street food from Pakistani cuisine. It is usually served as tea time snack with spicy chutneys like sweet and sour tamarind chutney, spicy yogurt sauce, gre...

Preparation time : 45 mins. | Serves 2 dozen samos...

Preparation time : 10 mins. | Serves 2 persons This samosa chaat recipe is prepared in a very similar fashion as traditional Pani Puri in Pakistani cuisine. You can make some variations in this recipe by adding some different kind of chutney and dahi...

Preparation time : 10 mins. | Serves 2 persons Thi...

Preparation time : 5 mins. | Serves 1 medium cup This green chutney is one of a spicy and sour flavor chutney from South Asian cuisine and is served with various traditional fried stuff like pakoras, samosas, rolls, etc. Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh co...

Preparation time : 5 mins. | Serves 1 medium cup T...

Preparation time : 80 mins. | Serves 12 squares This Kunafa recipe is taken from Arabian cuisine where it is a very famous sweet. It can be prepared in variety of ways by making different variations in the filling, here in this recipe cream filling i...

Preparation time : 80 mins. | Serves 12 squares Th...

Question: Do children observe the fasting month of Ramadan? Answer: Muslim children are not required to fast for Ramadan until they reach the age of maturity (puberty). However, in many families, younger children enjoy participating and are encourage...

Question: Do children observe the fasting month of...

Ingredients: 1 package yeast or 1/3 of a cake of fresh yeast -not quick type about 1+1/4 cups water- 1/4 cup warm (around 110 degrees) for dissolving yeast and 1 cup tepid or cooler for mixing dough 1 teaspoon kosher salt about 3 cups unbleached flou...

Ingredients: 1 package yeast or 1/3 of a cake of f...

Lavash is thin, soft flatbread that is served with dips and used for wraps. Serves 8 large pieces or 16 small pieces. Ingredients: 1 pkg. yeast 1 1/2 cup warm water 2 teaspoons sugar 4 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 tablespooon toasted sesame seeds 1 t...

Lavash is thin, soft flatbread that is served with...

Even if they don't fast, they can still observe the holiday ... It is recommended that during Ramadan adolescents who have reached puberty (about 12 -13 years of age) to take part in Ramadan traditions like prayer and fasting. But, what about kids wh...

Even if they don't fast, they can still observe th...

Fasting during the Islamic month of Ramadan can be good for one's health and personal development. Ramadan fasting is not just about disciplining the body to restrain from eating food and drinking water from predawn until sunset. The eyes, the ears, ...

Fasting during the Islamic month of Ramadan can be...

Question: Why Do People Eat Dates During Ramadan? I've always wondered if there is a reason as to why dates are popular during Ramadan. Can you tell me what the significance is? Answer: Great question! Dates are a staple fruit of the Middle East havi...

Question: Why Do People Eat Dates During Ramadan? ...

Working while you're pregnant is hard enough. Add fasting to this and you're asking rather a lot of yourself. Going for long stretches without food or drink can make you feel tired or unwell, so go easy on yourself. Take it one day at a time, and kee...

Working while you're pregnant is hard enough. Add ...

Islamic law says that you should fast if you feel strong and healthy enough. But if you are pregnant and feel unwell, you have clear permission to be excused from fasting. Don't ignore this special permission if you fear that fasting could cause harm...

Islamic law says that you should fast if you feel ...

Yes. Islamic law gives you clear permission not to fast if you don't feel strong or healthy enough. If you feel unwell, or are concerned about your baby's health, you should stop fasting immediately and see your doctor or midwife straight away. Your ...

Yes. Islamic law gives you clear permission not to...