NUTRITIONAL THERAPY: IN THE LIGHT OF PROPHETIC (PEACE BE UPON HIM) MEDICINE

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Dr. Muhammad Arif Mateen
Muhammad Attique
Dr. Asma Aziz
Dr. Madiha Ilyas
Dr. Hafiz Hasan Madni
Umme Aymen
Fizzah Hussain
Waqas Ali Haider

Keywords

Nutrition, Prophetic (Peace Be Upon Him) Medicine, Dietary Practices, Disease, Treatment, Islamic Studies, Emotional Wellbeing, Psychology

Abstract

Nutrition is an integral part of Prophetic (Peace Be Upon Him) medicine, the holistic system of health and wellness based on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). This study investigates how the dietary habits and recommendations of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) can help us in modern nutritional therapy and disease treatment to lead healthy and balanced lives. Classical Islamic texts, historical accounts, and modern scientific research to examine the principles and practices of Prophetic (Peace Be Upon Him) medicine in relation to nutrition are analytically reviewed in this study. After careful comprehensive evaluation, this research concludes that Prophetic (Peace Be Upon Him) medicine emphasizes moderation, balance, and natural remedies as key factors for maintaining health and preventing diseases. In addition, specific foods and herbs that Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) recommended for various health conditions and their potential therapeutic effects are also identified. By contextualizing nutritional therapy within the framework of Prophetic (Peace Be Upon Him) medicine, this research aims to provide insights into the integration of traditional wisdom with contemporary healthcare paradigms. Ultimately, this study seeks to elucidate the timeless wisdom of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) and its enduring relevance in guiding dietary practices and disease treatment in the modern era.

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