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Halal
Nothing matters more to a Muslim than the aspect of halal (permitted) and haram (prohibited).
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Healthy
Islam regulates that Muslims should only eat food that is halal and wholesome.
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Wholesome
In choosing appropriate health supplements, ingredients are not the only factor of consideration.
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Getting to know Gelatine
Products containing gelatine have always been avoided by Muslims for fear that they may or may not come from halal sources. Here’s what you need to know about gelatine:
What is gelatine? Gelatine is a common base ingredient in many food products such as chewing gum, candy, medications, jelly and cakes. It is mainly sourced from the boiled bones, skins and tendons of animals.
Is gelatine halal?
Gelatine is halal when the animals used in its production are slaughtered according to the Islamic rites. This includes the sharpening of the slaughter instrument so that the process is swift and painless, the recitation of ‘Bismillahirahmanirahim’ (In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate) before the slaughter, and that the person performing the slaughter must be a Muslim. Gelatine can also be derived from the air pockets of certain types of fish. This type of gelatine is halal, as fish is halal and is a valuable source of nutrition.
Is there plant-based gelatine? There are plant sources of gelatine, which are derived from seaweeds, known as agar-agar. Vegetarian gelatine can also be made from the root of the Kuzu plant, gum from the Guar tree and carrageenan, which is derived from Irish Moss, a reddish seaweed.
Is the gelatine used in Safwa Health™ products halal? Safwa Health™ products are made from halal gelatine. Every step in the production process of Safwa Health™ products carries certification from the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils, so the gelatine as well as every ingredient in Safwa Health™ products is guaranteed halal.
Softgels and vegicaps dissolve faster, have better absorption and are easier to consume than tablets and hard capsules. Safwa Health™ vitamin, minerals and herbal supplements provide optimal benefits without compromising on the halal aspect.
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