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The following article has been reproduced with permission from the Halaal Monitoring Committee (HMC) of Englands Newsletter Issue 11. n October 2007, HMC was approached by a Global meat supplier and manufacturer to investigate and inspect on its behalf the Brazilian Halal market. Brazil, along with Australia and New Zealand are the worlds largest exporters of meat and processed products feeding the global hunger for Halal Products. Much of these supplies head to the Middle Eastern countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Dubai, Oman, Qatar, Africa and Europe. This month we reveal the shocking and confidential findings of our man from his trip through the wild west of Brazil and the practices from a continent apart. Nevertheless, meat and poultry finds its way to our palates in a global world where distances have shrunk and we the Ummah consume blindly in good faith Allah forgive us all for our lack of knowledge and shortcomings. Travelling 12,500 miles by air and covering 1,800 miles by land, working through the night across the vast terrains of Brazil, this expose uncovers the malpractices in Brazil - one of the worlds largest suppliers of the Halal food Industry. This investigation attempted access to 18 of the largest abattoirs in Brazil. According to the Brazilian Poultry Exporters Association, a staggering 718,000 tons of chicken were exported to the Middle east from January to September 2007 and 402,000 tons to the European Union during the same period. By the grace of the Almighty we gained access and enquiries were made of 11 abattoirs and the findings were unfortunately quite shocking: No Muslim slaughtermen at many of the sites No recitation of Tasmiyah (name of Allah) Stunning prevalent at the majority of the sites

(risk of many animals being dead at the point of slaughter) No knowledge of Halal and its basic rules Mechanical slaughter used at majority of sites To some extent, it comes as no surprise to HMC as it has consistently found malpractice in the name of Halal the most abused brand in the world. The vegetarian society (v) is protected more than the 1400 year old Halal engrave which stands unprotected Allah forgive us. This so-called Halal meat then finds its way to our holiest of cities, self certified by many scrupulous practices under the guise of Halal. The scale of the operations has even alarmed us and the many genuine organisations across the Middle East. HMC continues to promote genuine Halal and once again the need and rigour of a continuous monitoring and inspection system is confirmed to guarantee the provision of Halal to the Muslim Ummah Your Seal of Assurance May Allah help our campaign to uncover deceit and give us strength to fight and give the Ummah the choice they deserve, genuine pure Halal, the basic foundation we need to conduct our lives. Please support HMC in its tireless efforts for the people and of the people. Ameen. Source: Halaal Monitoring Committee (HMC) Newsletter Issue 11
ZAMHA Comment: The article paints a very grim picture regarding meat imported in to Muslim countries especially in the Middle East. It comes as no surprise that the duas of the Ummah are not being accepted! We hereby call on all Muslim governments to investigate the true Halaal status of imported meat and poultry, instead of relying on bogus Halaal marks and symbols. Furthermore, it is the incumbent duty of every Muslim to take necessary precautions when visiting such countries. May Allah guide the Muslim Ummah. Aameen.

fter reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again.

Bananas contain three natural sugars sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier. Post Menstrual Syndrome (PMS): Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.
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Hot Liquids Release Harmful Chemicals in Polycarbonate Bottles Pouring hot water on polycarbonate plastic bottles appears to release the potentially harmful chemical bisphenol A (BPA). Scientists at the University of Cincinnati say that when polycarbonate drinking bottles were exposed to boiling hot water, BPA, an environmental estrogen, was released 55 times more rapidly than before exposure to hot water. The chemical migrates in small amounts into food and beverages from packaging containing the substance but it was not understood why. The new study shows that it is not whether the container is new or old but the liquid's temperature that has the most impact on how much BPA is released. BPA which is widely used in plastic food containers, baby bottles, cans, toys and dental sealants has been shown to affect reproduction and brain development in animal studies. In 2005 Japanese scientists claimed a link between BPA and recurrent miscarriages. Some groups advocate that it should be removed to protect human health. US Law to curb Obesity Lawmakers have proposed legislation that forbids restaurants and food establishments from serving food to anyone who is obese (as defined by the State). Under this bill, food establishments are to be monitored for compliance under the State Department of Health and violators will have their business permits revoked. House Bill 282 was introduced in the Mississippi legislature on 25th January 2008.Should this pass, scales will appear at the door of restaurants and people with BMIs (Body Mass Index) of 30 or higher will not be allowed to be served. To comply with government regulations, restaurants will have to keep records of patrons' BMIs. Ginger shows potential against infant diarrhea A study by researchers from Taiwan's China Medical University suggests that ginger has potential as a herbal supplement against bacteria-induced diarrhoea. The study, by that if confirmed by further studies, the findings could lead to an inexpensive, easy-to-obtain alternative to drug therapy for the condition. Diarrhoea is a common condition that causes an average of 2.4 million doctor's visits in the US each year. Children younger than the age of five and the elderly can develop severe health problems if their condition leads to dehydration. "In this study, we demonstrated for the first time that, in addition to an antiemetic effect [effective aga in st n aus ea ), g ing er ex t rac ts ex h ibi t anti-diarrhoeal activities by blocking the binding of LTB to GM1," wrote the authors. The researchers called for additional studies to determine the effective doses of ginger needed and whether it is safe for infants, who may experience unexpected side effects from large doses. Food Safety Laws Enforced Breaching food safety rules can lead to jail, as the executive of a UK food manufacturer has discovered. William John Tudor of John Tudor & Son, in Bridgend, South Wales was sentenced by Cardiff Crown Court on Friday to a year in jail for seven offences relating to a fatal outbreak of E.coli O157 in 2005. The sentence indicates that regulators are taking a tougher line on breaches of food safety regulations. Tudor, who pleaded guilty to the charges, was head of

a processor that supplied meat to local area schools. An outbreak of E.coli 0157 in September 2005 that led to 157 cases of food poisoning - and one death - was traced back to contaminated meat supplied by the company. In June, Cadbury was fined 1m after it pleaded guilty in a UK court to three breaches of the country's food and hygiene regulations, admitting it was responsible for allowing salmonella-contaminated chocolate to be sold on the market last year. The company was forced to recall about one million chocolate bars after 37 people fell sick across the country due to salmonella. Are You a Chocolate Addict ? Scientists from the University of Oxford claim they have found similarities in brain activity between those addicted to drugs and those addicted to chocolate. The study, published in the European Journal of Neuroscience, examined the brain responses of those addicted to chocolate when they saw or ate chocolate, in order to understand behavioural choices and what drives people to eat certain foods. The study used MRI scans to focus on the hedonic effects of chocolate in cravers and non-cravers in the areas of the brain which have been proven to be involved in those with drug addictions. The scientists used various combinations of liquid chocolate and pictures of both light and dark chocolate versus a condensed milk comparison, in order to test the effects of taste and sight on the subjects. "The findings underlie the importance of conditioned cues, such as the sight of chocolate, in producing different effects in different individuals," the study claims. The researchers said the study has shown people react differently to craved foods, related to their liking and the amount eaten. Alcohol Linked To Violent Behavior Investigators at the University of Victoria, Centre for Addictions Research assessed how frequently subjects in a substance abuse treatment facility reported using cocaine, alcohol, and/or cannabis in the hours immediately prior to committing a violent act. Researchers also evaluated subjects personality for characteristics associated with violent behavior, such as risk-taking, impulsivity, and/or disrespect for the law. Investigators concluded that the effects of alcohol and cocaine may play a role in violence. The second review, published by the British Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs, reported: " alcohol use is a major factor in deliberate self-harm, domestic accidents and violence." Most recently, a logistical regression analysis of approximately 900 trauma patients published in the Journal of TRAUMA Injury, Infection, and Critical Care, determined that alcohol and cocaine use are associated with violence-related injuries, the study found. ZAMHA Comment: We thank the Almighty for saving us from the evils of intoxicants by declaring them unlawful more than 14 centuries ago. Pepsi Confesses - Bottled Water is Tap Water Pepsi has been forced to make an embarrassing admission - its best-selling Aquafina bottled water is mere tap water. At the end of July Pepsi agreed to change the labels of Aquafina to include the words
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Whoever believes in Allah and His Rasl , he should not partake from a table upon which wine is served. (Tirmizi)

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veryone forgets things from time to time. But for some people, poor memory can be a perennial problem. The brain never actually loses a memory. It records each one like a computer. However, problems with recall begin when we don't practice retrieving this information and so the memories we had become lost. The brain, like other parts of the body, needs physical and mental exercise, together with particular nutrients, to increase the power of memory. Here are 10 things to remember to do in order never to forget anything 1 Eat Soya According to Professor Sandra File, head of the psychopharmacology research unit at Guy's Hospital in London, isoflavones, the natural plant oestrogens in soya foods, might act on oestrogen receptors in the human brain, particularly those in the hippocampus, a crucial

( Continued from Pg 2) "Public Water Source," under pressure from the advocacy group Corporate Accountability International Critics charge the bottled water industry adds plastic to landfills, uses too much energy by producing and shipping bottles across the world and undermines confidence in the safety and cleanliness of public water supplies, all while much of the world's population is without access to clean water. In San Francisco, Mayor Gavin Newsom recently banned city departments from using city money to buy any kind of bottled water. In New York, local residents are being urged to drink tap water. The U.S. Conference of Mayors has passed a resolution that highlighted the importance of municipal water and called for more
scrutiny of the impact of bottled water on city waste.

No More Goo in Your Chewing Gum A UK company claims to have developed a polymer that can remove the stickiness of chewing gum, while still maintaining its taste. Revolymer, a company formed by the University of Bristol, said that by adding an amphiphilic polymer to modified chewing gum, it will no longer stick to many surfaces. It is possible to remove the Clean Gum from shoes, clothes, pavements and hair, as well as being naturally degradable in water, the company said. "The advantage of our Clean Gum is that is has a great taste, it is easy to remove and has the potential to be environmentally degradable," said Terence Cosgrove of the University of Bristol and chief scientific officer of Revolymer. The company tested the product on pavements in local high streets and said the Revolymer gum was removed within 24 hours, whereas the commercial gums remained stuck to the pavements three out of four times, Revolymer said. Those Crunchy McDonalds Fries!!! McDonald's announced in the 1990's that it changed its frying oil from animal fat to vegetable oil for those who are vegetarian. However, it turned out that this information did not turn out to be completely true. French fries are fried slightly in animal fat then frozen and shipped to all the McDonald's stores for the final frying. The following information was announced on the Arabic BBC channel: Basically, what they do is they cut the potatoes into slices and then coat them with a thin layer of lard (pig fat) or cow fat so that when it is fried it will crunch. Then these fries are shipped to McDonald's stores in different parts of the world including India and the Arab countries. McDonald's apologized to the Indians after receiving complaints, since a good number of Indians do not eat anything that has ingredients derived from animals. And of course no apology has been made to the Arab countries.

area for memory. As a result, new nerve connections form more readily. Medical trials revealed that those fed a high soya diet showed improvements in verbal and non-verbal memory and in mental flexibility, all of which are controlled by the brain's frontal lobes. Soya can be added to the diet through natural products such as soya milk or through a recommended daily 50mg soy isoflavone supplement. 2 - Take memory Minerals Studies at Kings College, London, and the University of Rochester in New York showed that a reduced iron intake can have a detrimental effect on IQ levels and cognitive function. This is because of lack of iron causes low haemoglobin levels, which affect the supply of oxygen to the brain. Iron also plays an important role in the transmission of signals in the brain. A deficiency of zinc, found in oysters, red meat and peanuts, can also interfere with memory. Take a supplement of 7 to 9mg daily. 3 Drink Coffee Caffeine can improve mental and memory performance because it stimulates many regions of the brain that regulate wakefulness, arousal, mood and concentration. Researchers at the University of Arizona found that older adults who drank half a pint of coffee just before a memory test saw a large improvement in performance compared to those who drank decaffeinated coffee. However, the benefits might be confined to regular coffee drinkers. Others could suffer side effects such as shakiness, anxiety or impaired concentration. It's still best to drink no more than six cups of coffee a day those with heart problems should drink less. Too much brewed or percolated coffee can raise blood cholesterol instant or filter coffee are better choices. 4 Mental Exercise Research has shown that mental stimulation keeps the brain healthy and increases the strength of memory. As we age, it is normal to have changes in memory, but keeping the mind active does diminish weaknesses. Clinical psychologist Ron Bracey suggests using techniques such as puzzles, crosswords and widening cultural and social interests, all of which create different pathways in the brain. 5 Physical Exercise Half-an-hour of activity three times a week is enough to bring about significant increase in brain power; says a study at the Duke University Medical Centre in North Carolina. Exercise improves the hearts ability to pump blood more effectively. Memory benefits from improved blood flow to specific regions at the front of the brain whose functions include planning, organization and the ability to juggle different intellectual tasks. 6 Chew Gum Japanese researchers found that activity in the hippocampus, an area of the brain important for memory, increases while people chew. Recent research suggests that insulin receptors in the brain may be involved too, as chewing releases insulin because the body is expecting food. But, says Dr Andre Scholey of the University of Northumbria, the simplest reason could be that chewing increases the heart rate, thus improving the delivery of oxygen to the brain and enhancing its cognitive powers. 7 Take Ginkgo biloba Ginkgo is the worlds oldest living tree. It has been used for memory enhancement in Eastern cultures for thousands of years. Dr George Lewith, complementary health consultant to Boots, says Ginkgo improves blood circulation to the brain by dilating blood vessels and increasing its oxygen supply. Ginkgo also mops up harmful compounds known as free radicals, which are thought to damage brain cells. Advised supplement dose is 120mg a day. 9 Eat oily fish Omega 3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, are essential components of brain cell membranes, and their role in cell structure is thought to improve the powers of memory. High concentrations of Omega 3 in the brain and nervous system not only boost learning powers and age-related memory, but also greatly enhance mood. Omega 3 is a particularly important during foetal development, so pregnant women should have a regular supply. Good sources include fish such as sardines, salmon, herring and mackerel. Sardines are also a rich source of the nutrient choline, which is a key brain chemical associated with memory. Try to eat three portions of oily fish a week or take a supplement of 330mg three times a week. 9 Rosemary and sage Essential oil made from rosemary and sage can stimulate the memory, strengthen clarity and awareness and help to relieve mental fatigue. Psychologists at the University of Northumbria tested essential oils from rosemary on memory attention and mood and discovered it made volunteers feel more alert and enhanced their long-term memory by around 15%. Some studies have found that volunteers ability to remember lists of words improved by more than 10% if they had taken a capsule of sage oil. 10 Take vitamin B B vitamins deliver oxygen to the brain and provide protection against free radicals. They help to sharpen senses and boost memory. Niacin or B3 is particularly good for brain enhancement, while B6 is essential for the manufacture of neurotransmitters, especially mood-enhancing serotonin. B12 is important for overall health of brain cells. B vitamins are also needed to help the body form acetylcholine, a key brain chemical needed for memory.
The Star April 12 2002

L-cysteine - Flour improver used in bakery products including bread. Status: Haraam, if made from Human Hair.

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Bull and USN products contain Taurine. May you please give me some information on this because Ive been using these products for many years. In terms of information at our disposal the Taurine that is used in Red Bull is of a synthetic nature and therefore Halaal suitable. Whilst the USN Protein Shakes are Halaal suitable, the remainder of USN products are NOT approved by ZAMHA as the disclosures have been inconclusive.

friend of mine told me that Taurine is Can you help us out in locating Halaal QA Haraam and all energy drinks such as Red Q restaurants in Makkah, Madinah and Dubai,

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especially KFC, Pizza Hut, Al-Baik, Al-Taazij, etc. Regrettably, we have no jurisdiction nor possess in-depth information on these outlets, their sources of meat and ingredient supply etc. and therefore cannot comment on their Halaal Status or otherwise. It is alleged that the mentioned hotels / restaurants etc. use imported meats. One should therefore be wary and exercise extreme caution.

Ive been told that it is Haraam to eat sushi, on the basis that it is Haraam to eat raw fish. Is this correct? There is no prohibition against eating raw fish. Raw fish/Sushi is Halaal provided no Haraam additives, sauces, etc. are added and the area of preparation is free from other Haraam contaminants.

we allowed to use moisturizers/face Q Are creams containing collagen?

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Collagen is the most common protein in connective tissue, bones, tendons and skin of animals and fish. Where fish/marine collagen is used, it would be acceptable for Muslims to use such moisturisers and cosmetics. We should abstain from products where animal collagen is used as such collagen can be derived from non-Halaal animals including pigs.

In terms of information at our disposal, Bakers Please advise as to whether Stimorol Vita snacks vegetable based flavours are Halaal chewing gums are Halaal. Could you also suitable. provide a list of chewing gums that are Halaal. We should abstain from snacks having meat In terms of information at our disposal the connotated flavours, e.g. BBQ, Beef, etc. following Stimorol products contain gelatin have heard the Vaseline QI Intensive Care Product Range,

excluding the Aloe has Urea in it which is not permissible to use. Can you please confirm this. Urea used in cosmetics / skin care products has thus far been found to be of a synthesised chemical source and is therefore not regarded objectionable for use by Muslims.

wanted to know if the AXE, SHIELD, QI SANEX and RADOX range of roll-ons for men and women are suitable? The Axe, Shield, Sanex and Radox range of roll-ons are Halaal suitable.

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of non-Halaal slaughtered animals: Stimorol Sugar Free Musk Stimorol - Fresh Zone Peppermint Stimorol - Fresh Zone Spearmint Stimorol - Sugar Free Wild Cherry Stimorol - Sugar Free Apple Stimorol - Sugar Free Watermelon Stimorol Sugar Free Spearmint Stimorol Tablets In terms of information at our disposal Dentyne, Clorets, Bubbaloo and Chappies are Halaal suitable. If you would like to enquire about any other specific chewing gum, please feel free to contact us.

ingredients should we look out for in Q Which toothpastes?

would like to find out whether St. Chocolat: QI Occasions Coffee Cremes by Beacon is Halaal

or not? In terms of information at our disposal Ingredients like glycerin, humectants flavourants St. Chocolate: Occasions Coffee Cremes is Halaal and colourants are critical and need to be queried suitable. as they can be derived from either Halaal or Haraam St. Chocolat Strawberry Creams, however, contains sources. E120 which is derived from crushed insects and should thus be avoided. I am currently residing in Dubai and have come across the County Fair meat products Is the 'Johnson & Johnson' REACH waxed at the main Supermarket outlet. I would like to dental floss permissible to use? know if these products are Halaal and I would In terms of information at our disposal, 'Johnson & also like some advise on the Halaal meat Johnson' REACH waxed dental floss is permissible products that I could purchase from Dubai. to use. ZAMHA does NOT approve of County Fair meat products. Please advise if Vital Multitime (Hair, Skin We would recommend products which are and Nails) capsules are Halaal. manufactured/imported by Dubai Co-op Islami under In terms of information at our disposal the Vital their Al-Islami Brand as they personally supervise the range of capsules contain gelatin which is derived production etc. and make every effort to produce from non-Halaal slaughtered animals. Therefore, they Real Halaal. should be avoided.

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The Parmalat Maxi Slice, DairyBelle and Dairy World cheese slices are certified Halaal.

you please enlighten me on the Halaal Q Could status of the Flora margarine product range.

In terms of information at our disposal, Flora Margarine products are Halaal suitable.

Lard: Animal Fat derived from pigs

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Halaal meat now. So can i use the same pots that I used to cook the Haraam meat for the Halaal meat or do I have to buy new pots and new forks and knives? If the pots and utensils are in good order, there is no need to replace them with new ones. What is required is that the utensils be thoroughly washed (preferably three times) so that one is satisfied that there is no risk of any remaining residue etc. Once cleansed, the utensils be exclusively dedicated for Halaal food preparation. Yes, where the utensil is badly damaged or scarred in the inside to such an extent whereby residues, etc. cannot be removed from the crevices then it will be necessary to replace such items.

used to cook non-Halaal meat in a pot, but I would like to know if Gross naturally QI recently changed my opinion. I only eat Q fermented white spirit vinegar made by 'The Instant Trading Company' is Halaal? I would also like to know if the Safari white grape spirit vinegar is Halaal? Both have 0,1g alcohol on the label. The Gross white spirit vinegar and Safari white grape spirit vinegar are both Halaal suitable.

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All vinegars are deemed Halaal unless there is any added non-Halaal ingredient which would alter the products Halaal status.

Q Are Pringles Halaal?

In terms of information at our disposal Pringles is Halaal suitable, however we do NOT approve of the meat connotated flavours eg. BBQ etc.

bought Green Cross sandals . I later found QI out on the Green Cross web site that they Q What is Cochineal Carmine? I've seen it in a biscuit called Dobro Napolita? Please advise? contain pig skin linings or soles. What is the ruling on this? I am very disappointed as I bought them from a reputable Muslim shop. Kindly be advised that Green Cross sandals are made of either pig skin, which is impermissible, or beef hide, which is permissible. Kindly obtain the Green Cross brochure with product codes which clarifies the type of skin used on the particular sandal. Many Muslim traders are unaware of this fact and, therefore, this situation does arise. Please alert the Muslim trader you purchased the sandal from and I'm sure he will gladly refund your money.

E120 Cochineal Carmine is a crushed insect derivative. Muslims should avoid products containing this ingredient.

InaPaarmans Halaal?

Please advise if InaPaarmans Muffin, Scone, Q and Chocolate Mousse are Halaal. Also, is the Creamy Cheese Pasta sauce

In terms of info at our disposal the InaPaarmans Muffin and Scone Mixes are Halaal suitable. The Creamy Cheese Pasta sauce is also Halaal suitable. However, the InaPaarmans Chocolate Mousse contains non-Halaal gelatin, which should be avoided. the Palmolive Range of Q Are Shampoos Halaal? They con-

The I & J beef burger products are certified Halaal. The I & J chicken range of products are NOT certified. In terms of information at our disposal the I & J Fish product range is Halaal suitable.

advise which I & J Q Please products are Halaal

tain Glycerine. Palmolive Shampoos containing glycerine are Halaal suitable. However, abstain from the Wine & Rosemary variant.

advise if you are aware of the source Are the following products Halaal: Eno Tums, Q Please of the chicken which Al-Baik in Saudi Arabia Q B-Tabs Chewy C tablets, Mcvities Range of use. Some persons have a doubt on their chicken since it is sourced from South America? The spices and seasonings ex-USA used by the Al -Baik Chicken Franchise has been evaluated and found to be Halaal compliant. We cannot however comment on the poultry used by Al-Baik, Saudi Arabia. It is alleged that many restaurants in Saudi use imported chickens which are doubtful.

Biscuits. In terms of info at our disposal all the queried products are Halaal suitable.

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the Shapeworks Nutritional Shake Mixes Q Are made by Herbalife Halaal suitable?

Q Are Pyotts Mini Cheddars Halaal.

In terms of info at our disposal Shapeworks Nutritional Shake Mix (All Flavours) by Herbalife are Halaal suitable.

In terms of information at our disposal Pyotts Mini Cheddars are Halaal suitable. However, we do NOT approve of the meat connotated flavours, e.g. Bacon, smoked beef, etc.

Q Are all Parmalat cheeses Halaal?

Besides the processed cheeses, processed cheese slices and Melrose (which contain gelatin of non-Halaal slaughtered animals), all other Parmalat and Bonnita branded cheese products are certified Halaal.

one of the ingredients. In terms of info at our disposal, the Dandy range of chewing gums have been certified Halaal by the Islamic Halaal Council of Zimbabwe (IHCOZ). The Gelatin used is made from Halaal slaughtered animals.

the Dandy Sugar-coated chewing gums Q Are from Zimbabwe Halaal? Gelatin is listed as

Q Is Aquafresh Whitening Halaal?

In terms of info at our Whitening is NOT Halaal. disposal Aquafresh

E120 - Cochineal Carmine - a red colour obtained from female insects.

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offee was at one stage purely associated with Muslims to the extent that Europeans called it, "The wine of Islam." More than 500 billion cups of coffee are consumed annually throughout the world. Coffee is the world's second-most-valuable commodity exported by developing countries, after oil. The global coffee industry earns an estimated $60 billion annually. Medical researchers associate positive health benefits to moderate coffee consumption, including improved mood and the prevention of gallstone and kidney stone formation. THE FIRST COFFEE The coffee plant originally grew in Ethiopia where a goatherd called Khalid or Kaldi first noticed its energetic effects on his goats which ate the coffee-berries. Yemen is however the true home of coffee as a beverage. Umar, a sufi of Yemen, was renowned for his ability to cure the sick through both dua and medicine. Some people however opposed him and exiled him to the desert outside the port of al-Mukhaa. He was close to dying when he stumbled across a small tree in the arid desert. Believing it to be a sign from Allah, the Shaykh attempted to eat the berries from the tree. The berries were however too bitter to eat. He built a fire, roasted the beans, and placed them into boiling water. The beans were still too hard to eat. The Shaykh then drank the boiled water. He recovered his strength and was sustained for days. He was eventually invited to return to al-Mukhaa. AL-MUKHAA & THE SHAAZALI ORDER Al-Mukhaa is thus called, "The home of Coffee," where coffee began to be cultivated and made into a beverage. The word, "al-Mukhaa" has been anglicized as, "mocha" referring to the city, coffee

and a colour. "Coffee" comes from the Arabic, "Qahwah." Members of Shaazali Sufi order consumed coffee to sustain their energy and concentration during their devotions. As the ash-Shaykh Abul-Hasan ash-Shaazali insisted that one should have a profession before joining the order, it was soon realised that coffee could be used for energy in "secular" work as well. Through the Shaazali order consumption of coffee spread throughout the lands of Islam about 600 years ago. By 1616 the coffee trade was so lively that a Dutch visitor to al-Mukhaa wrote that he saw, "a caravan of a thousand camels packed with coffee." The drink was so popular that the demand forced rapid increases in the price of coffee. This made the farmers and traders of coffee very wealthy. Many mansions and palaces were constructed in this region in the 1700's. Yemeni beans have a unique flavour because of the height of the gardens - 3000 meters above sea level. The thin atmosphere and the strong sunlight result in an irresistible flavour when the beans are roasted. Yemen's coffee is considered the world's best. RELIGIOUS CONTROVERSIES & FURTHER DEVELOPMENTS In 1453 the Turks brought coffee to Istanbul. There the world's first coffee-shop, Kiva Han, was established in 1475. Turkish law allowed a woman to divorce her husband if he failed to provide her with her daily quota of coffee. In the following century the Mufti of Istanbul banned coffee. Coffee-houses were filled during times of Salaah and coffee was considered a drug. Whoever was apprehended drinking coffee a second time was tied in a leather bag and drowned in the Bosporus River. After a century the controversy died down. When coffee reached Rome the priests condemned it and forbade drinking it. They argued that coffee was the drink of the devil. Satan had invented the drink for

the "Moslem infidels" as a substitute for the wine they were forbidden to drink. Since wine in the Western Christian world was sanctified by Christ and used in Holy Communion, coffee must then be of the Anti-Christ. If a Christian drank this devil brew they would risk eternal damnation. In 1600 Pope Clement VIII settled the dispute. He asked that the brew be brought before him. Intrigued by its powerful aroma, he sipped the coffee. It was delicious. The Pope blessed the coffee, and baptized it on the spot. He reasoned that banishing this drink from the Christian world would be a larger sin. With the Pope's blessing, imports of coffee to Italy and the Western world came flooding in. In 1645 the first coffeehouse in Italy was opened, 170 years after the first Muslim coffeehouse. By 1668 coffee replaced beer as New York's City's favourite breakfast drink. The Boston Tea Party in 1773 develops a culture of patriotic duty for Americans to drink coffee. In 1675 the Turkish Army besieged Vienna. Franz Georg Kolschitzky, a Viennese who had lived in Turkey, slipped through the Turkish lines to lead relief forces to the city. The Turks left behind sacks which the Austrians thought to be "dry black fodder." Kolschitzky recognized it as coffee. He claimed it as his reward and opened central Europe's first coffeehouse. He also established the habit of refining the brew by filtering out the grounds, sweetening it, and adding a dash of milk. In 1690 the Dutch smuggled a coffee plant out of al-Mukhaa. Coffee now began to be produced outside of Yemen as well. In 1901 the Japanese-American chemist Satori Kato of Chicago invented the first soluble "instant" coffee. Another interesting coffee trivia is that in 2001 Brazil issued a stamp which smelled of coffee. The smell was expected to last five years!

1. McDonalds are alleged to be coating their French fries with a certain HOW TO ENTER: Haraam ingredient to ensure a crunchy texture. Name the ingredient. Answer questions 1 - 10 and either e2. A certain ingredient in Beacon Liqourice Allsorts and Marshmallows mail, post or hand deliver them to the ZAMHA offices. The entrants full name, makes them unsuitable for Muslim consumption. Name the ingredient. telephone number, and physical address 3. Name three discrepancies found in Brazilian abattoirs and list some must accompany each entry. countries where Brazilian meat and poultry is exported to. 4. One of the varieties of Beacon St Chocolat contains a certain Haraam ingredient. Name this St Chocolat variant together with the Haraam ingredient it contains. Which E-number is this ingredient represented by? 5. Where is the Savanna Beef main abattoir located? 6. ZAMHA certifies a certain locally-made maize drink. Name the drink. 7. Which place is known as the home of Coffee and which Arabic word does the word coffee come from? 8. Who is the manufacturer of Classic Ice Creams? 9. Name the local cheeses certified Halaal by ZAMHA. 10. Which Fast Food outlet is certified Halaal by ZAMHA at Crossroads Shopping Mall?

Note:

Entry is absolutely FREE. Only one entry will be accepted per individual. One winner will be drawn from all correct entries.

Prize: A GIFT HAMPER SPONSORED BY SAVANNA BEEF Competition Closing Date: 31st March 2008

E904 - Shellac (Glazing or Polishing Agent) - a resin from the lac insect.

Status: Avoid

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Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system. Overweight and at work: Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in highpressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady. from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

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Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia. Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke. Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert. Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives. Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief. Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness. Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.

Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a highpotassium banana snack.

Strokes: According to research in The New England Journal of MediUlcers: The banana is used as the cine, eating bananas as part of a dietary food against intestinal disor- regular diet can cut the risk of death ders because of its soft texture and by strokes by as much as 40%! smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in Warts: Those keen on natural alterover-chronicler cases. It also neutral- natives swear that if you want to kill izes over-acidity and reduces irrita- off a wart, take a piece of banana tion by coating the lining of the stom- skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold ach. Temperature control: Many other the skin in place with a plaster or cultures see bananas as a "cooling" surgical tape! fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand, for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature. So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): twice the other vitamins and minerBananas can help SAD sufferers be- als. It is also rich in potassium and is cause they contain the natural mood one of the best value foods around So maybe its time to change that well enhancer tryptophan. Smoking & Tobacco Use: Bananas -known phrase so that we say: can also help people trying to give up "A banana a day, smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as keeps the doctor away!" well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover

Wonka Nerds grape & strawberry flavor sweets Status: Haraam Cal-C-Vita Immune Booster Vitamin Status: Haraam Apple Cider Vinegar with Grapefruit extract Capsule Status: Haraam Rennie Peppermint Status: Haraam Rennie Spearmint Status: Haraam Inside Story Balls Status: Haraam Endearmints Status: Haraam Truffle

Centrum tablets Status: Haraam Flex & Go 2-1 Shampoo / Conditioner Status: Haraam Junglevites Drops Status: Haraam Royal Jelly Status:Haraam Macleans Toothpaste (entire range) Status: Haraam
Beacon Liqourice Allsorts

In a serious world of Halaal we take this moment to make you smile. It's therapeutic, so pass it on: While working at a pizza store I observed a man ordering a small pizza to go. He appeared to be alone and the cook asked him if he would like it cut into 4 pieces or 6. He thought about it for some time before responding... "Just cut it into 4 pieces; I don't think I'm hungry enough to eat 6 pieces. **************** Whats the usual tip? the man suddenly asked Ahmed, a college student delivering his pizza. "Well, Ahmed replied, this is my first delivery, but the other delivery guys said that I would be lucky if I could get two thousand Kwacha out of you. Is that so? said the man. In that case heres twenty thousand Kwacha. Thanks, I will put it towards my text books, said Ahmed. By the way, what are you studying? asked the man. Ahmed replied, Applied Psychology.

6 OR 4 PIECES

PSYCHOLOGY

Status: Haraam S26 Materna Status: Haraam Rascals Chappies Status: Haraam
Sanatogen Multivitamin Status: Haraam

Whoever believes in Allah and His Rasl , he should not partake from a table upon which wine is served. (Tirmizi)

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BEEF ABATTOIRS
ALL HALAAL ABATTOIR (At Masbro Farms) SAVANNA BEEF ABATTOIR (Great East Rd.) ZAM ZAM ABATTOIR (Senanga) KASAKS ABATTOIR & BUTCHERY (Chipata) STAR ABATTOIR (Mongu) DAYOW BEEF ABATTOIR (Kalomo)

MASBRO FARMS BUTCHERY (Kabwata) KABWATA CASH & CARRY (BUTCHERY only) R & M MEAT PRODUCTS (Mumbwa Rd.) ZAM ZAM HALAAL BUTCHERY (Freedom Way) STAR HALAAL BUTCHERY (Lumumba Rd. & Chilulu) LUS. CENTRAL MEAT BUTCHERY
(Lumumba Rd & Kamwala)

BUTCHERIES

STEERS/DEBONAIRS PIZZA (MANDA HILL ONLY) FOOD FAYRE (Cairo Rd & Arcades) L.A. FAST FOODS & L.A. RANCH
(Cairo Rd & Longacres)

TAKE AWAYS / RESTAURENTS / BAKERIES

ZAHREEN FARMS
All Products (Classic Ice Creams)

PRODUCTS
DAIRY KING

PASTEURISED MILK, DRINKING YOGHURTS, CHOCOLATE MILK & LACTO.

PARMALAT ZAMBIA LTD

All Yogurts, Lacto, Drinking Yogurt, Cabana, Butter, Ghee

YUM YUM TAKE AWAY (Kamwala) MR BEES FOOD 2 GO (Cairo Rd. & Crossroads) CURRY IN A HURRY (Manda Hill) AL BAIK FAST FOODS (Makeni) THE COURTYARD (Restaurant & Health Bar) BUTTERFIELD BAKERY (Manda Hill) DOWNTOWN PARK RESTAURANT (Behind Downtown Shopping Center) MILKY LANE (Manda Hill) DEVINE FOODS (Kitwe)

ZAMBIA SUGAR
Brown, VHP, Household, Bottler Grade, Refined, Icing, Castor, & Rich Dark Sugar

BEEF SUPPLIERS
DAYOW BEEF A.K. MEAT SUPPLIES TAWAKAL HALAAL BEEF

SUPER CONFECTIONERS
BEEF, CHICKEN, & VEGETABLE SAMOOSAS & SPRING ROLLS

SAVANNA BEEF (Kalambo Outet) ALL HALAAL MEAT BAZAAR

(Next to Castle S. Center)

KAPOSHI DAIRY
ALL CHEESES

VERINO AGRI-INDUSTRIES LTD

(Country Choice Chickens)

POULTRY ABATTOIR

MAPLEHURST CHEESE
ALL CHEESES, YOGURT, BUTTER, LACTO

QURBAAN HALAAL MEATS

(Cha Cha Cha Rd. South End)

GREENVELD & SUNNYSIDE FARMS (Chipata) CHUBBY CHICKS POULTRY ABATTOIR (G. East Rd) EUREKA CHICKENS LTD (Mumbwa Rd)

TRADE KINGS
SUPER MAHEU (All Variants)

NAMCHICK (Cairo Rd., former Eureka Outlet) VERINO CHICKENS OUTLET (Freedom Way)

CHEFS DELIGHT
READY ROLLED PUFF PASTRY, CHICKEN & BEEF PIES AND SAMOOSAS

Note(1):Only the above establishments have been certified Halaal by the Zambian Halaal Certifiers. We do not guarantee the Halaal status of any other outlet or abattoir. Note(2):We advise the Muslim community to only buy directly from the above establishments for fear of contamination in the event of tearing of packaging, etc. In terms of the Shari'ah, all meat/ meat products must be purchased through either Muslim outlets or through such Halaal outlets, which are supervised by Muslims. Non-Muslim Supermarkets/ Major Shopping outlets unfortunately do not have any such authorised Muslim supervisory control. Therefore, Muslims should not purchase their meat/ meat products from such avenues.Note(3):Please be reminded that whilst every effort is made to ensure that Halaal certificates are issued after thorough investigations and inspections, the onus still remains on each and everyone of us to be vigilant at all times. Halaal certifications do not excuse us from the responsibility to exercise our own judgment and discretion.Note(4):Become our eyes and ears. If you notice any discrepancies at any of ZAMHAs certified outlets contact ZAMHA immediately. Note(5):Remember that you, the Muslim consumer, are our main concern. Therefore, your comments, criticisms and suggestions are welcome.

Tried and tested recipes from chefs, gourmet connoisseurs, contributors and also from kitchens of our certified plants for your culinary pleasure. Make up your own collection of winning recipes.

Please note that ONLY Steers/ Debonairs MANDA HILL is certified Halaal by ZAMHA. ZAMHA does not certify any other Steers/Debonairs outlet.

Romany Creams
Ingredients:
250g butter cup oil 1 cup castor sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup coconut cup cocoa tsp. red food colour (optional) 3 cups flour or a bit more

Method:

Cream butter, sugar, and oil till light and fluffy. Add the rest of the ingredients. Roll and scrape with a fork and cut into ovals or circles and bake. When cool, paste together with cooking chocolate.

Bounty
Ingredients:
6 cups coconut 2 tab. Spoons liquid glucose syrup 1 large tin condensed milk

Method:

Blend syrup and condensed milk in a blender and mix with coconut. Mould into mini ovals and refrigerate for half and hour. Then dip in chocolate and place on waxed paper to set. Do you have a recipe to share with the readers? Send in your favourite recipe to zamha@zamnet.zm and who knows, you could be our guest chef for a future edition of the Halaal Gazette.

Alhamdulillah, ZAMHA operations have increased substantially over the past couple of years, with abattoirs certified as far afield as Senanga and Kalomo. Whilst we at ZAMHA try our utmost to ensure that stringent certification criteria are implemented, by placing Halaal supervisors at critical areas and carrying out surprise inspections of certified establishments, the onus still remains on each and everyone of us to be vigilant at all times. Halaal certifications do not excuse us from the responsibility to exercise our own judgment and discretion. Therefore, an urgent appeal is made to each and every Muslim out there:

Become our eyes and ears. If you notice any discrepancies at any of ZAMHAs certified outlets contact the ZAMHA helpline immediately!
Jazakumullah

Zambian Halaal Certifiers

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