Honey David Silverman/Getty Images Honey is described as a source of healing in the Quran: There comes forth from their [bees’] bellies, a drink of varying colour wherein is healing for men. Verily, in this is indeed a sign for people who think (Quran 16:69). It is also mentioned as one of the foods of Jannah: The description of Paradise which the pious have been promised is that in it are rivers of water the taste and smell of which are not changed; rivers of milk of which the taste never changes; rivers of wine delicious to those who drink; and rivers of clarified honey, clear and pure... (Quran 47:15). Honey was mentioned repeatedly by the Prophet as a healing, a blessing, and the best medicine. In modern times, it has been discovered that honey has antibacterial properties and has other health benefits. Honey is composed of water, simple and complex sugars, minerals, enzymes, amino acids, and several different vitamins. Olive Oil Sean Gallup/Getty Images The Quran says: And a tree (olive) that springs forth from Mount Sinai, that grows oil, and it is a relish for the eaters (Quran 23:20). The Prophet Muhammad also once told his followers: Eat the olive and anoint (yourselves) with it, for indeed it is from a blessed tree. Olive oil contains monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, as well as Vitamin E. It is consumed to promote coronary health and is used on the skin to increase softness and elasticity. Dates David Ramos/Getty Images Dates (temar) are a traditional and popular food for breaking the daily Ramadan fast. Eating dates after fasting helps to maintain blood sugar levels, and is an excellent source of dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium, and complex sugars.
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