NOTE: I wrote
this piece back when I was still a Muslim. I have, since then, left my religion
and do not agree to most or all of what is written here. However, these posts
are very much part of my life and helps understand the changes I went through.
That's why, I am against deleting them.
The
Quran is the most important and precious Book for any Muslim out there and all
of us Muslims consider Quran to be not only a Book of Guidance for Muslims, the
followers of Islam, but also a Book of the Way of Life for whole of
mankind. The Quran talks about a lot of necessary things that are
beneficial to human beings. It teaches us how to live our life the
proper way and also what to do and what to avoid. It also talks about the right
kind of foods that we should eat.
It
is mentioned in the Quran:
And
it is He who sends down water from the sky. With it We produce vegetation of
all kinds, from which We bring greenery, from which We produce grains in
clusters. And palm-trees with hanging clusters, and vineyards, and olives, and
pomegranates—similar and dissimilar. Watch their fruits as they grow and ripen.
Surely in this are signs for people who believe. [Surah Al-Anam: 99]
Today,
I’m going to make a list of the Fruits mentioned in the Quran and also include
what their benefits are. If you include these superfoods in your daily
diet, you are bound to notice some positive results.
Grapes
Would
anyone of you like to have a garden of palms and vines, under which rivers
flow—with all kinds of fruit in it for him, and old age has stricken him, and
he has weak children—then a tornado with fire batters it, and it burns down?
Thus Allah makes clear the signs for you, so that you may reflect. [Surah
Baqarah: 266]
Grapes
are not only juicy and delicious but also full of health benefits. They are
packed with minerals, vitamins and other nutrients. Consumption of grapes also
reduces the risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and other illness. The
high Polyphenol content of grapes are responsible in keeping the heart healthy
and reduce risk of cancer. High potassium in grapes also help protect against
loss of muscle mass, preservation of bone mineral density and reduction in the
formation of kidney stones.
Dates
It
is He who produces gardens, both cultivated and wild, and date-palms, and crops
of diverse tastes, and olives and pomegranates, similar and dissimilar. Eat of
its fruit when it yields, and give its due on the day of its harvest, and do
not waste. He does not love the wasteful. [Surah Al-Anam: 141]
Dates
are the perfect source of vitamins, minerals and a lot of other nutrients; not
to mention, it’s a sweet fruit and can be used as natural sweeteners. If
you are trying to lose weight but have a sweet tooth, a handful of dates to
munch on is perfect for you to keep your daily sugar intake normal.
They also contain vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate,
vitamin A and vitamin K. They strengthen bones, treat anemia and
intestinal disorders. They also boost energy and cure sexual weakness.
Olives
And
He produces for you grains with it, and olives, and date-palms, and grapes, and
all kinds of fruits. Surely in that is a sign for people who think. [Surah
An-Nahl: 11]
Olives
play a great role in eliminating excess cholesterol from the body and control
blood pressure. They help prevent anemia and are full of
oxidants which are help the body flush out toxins and also gives a healthy glow
to the skin.
Pomegranates
In
them are fruits, and date-palms, and pomegranates. [Surah Ar-Rahman:
68]
Another
amazing super food that is bound to keep your stomach full and at the same
time, keep you healthy and full of energy. I know, peeling pomegranates can be
a challenge for lazy people like me but once you get over that hard part and
munch on these little fruits, you will notice tremendous difference in your
health in a positive way. Pomegranates contain two unique compounds which are
basically responsible for most of their health benefits: Punicic Acid and
Punicalagins. These fruits are full of anti-oxidants and has impressive
anti-inflammatory effects. They help lower blood pressure and fights against
prostrate and breast cancer.
Figs
By
the fig and the olive. [Surah At-Tin: 1]
I
have not tasted Figs myself but I have heard about them a lot. And since it’s
mentioned in the Quran, it’s bound to be beneficial for the mankind,
right? Figs prevent constipation and promote weight-loss. They also
lower cholesterol and prevent coronary heart diseases.
Bananas
And sweet-smelling plants (banana). [Surah Al-Waqiah: 29]
Do
I even have to mention their health benefits? These fruits are full of
potassium and is a couple of them should be enough to become your
breakfast. Eating them in moderation will help you with keeping your
weight in check and at the same time, fulfill your craving for sweet things.
Bananas contain nutrients that moderate blood sugar levels. Unripe
bananas help improve insulin sensitivity.
So,
next time, you sit down for your meal or even a snack, make sure to include
these or at least one of these to improve your health.
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