Banana
"Among talh (banana trees) with fruits piled one above another."(Quran 56:29)
Bananas are packed with essential nutrients like potassium, vitamin B6, and fibre. They support heart health, aid digestion, stabilise blood sugar, and boost energy levels—making them an ideal snack for active lifestyles. Plus, bananas can enhance mood naturally thanks to tryptophan, which promotes serotonin production. Perfectly nutritious and satisfying, bananas offer a convenient way to stay energised and healthy!
Dates
Allah instructs Maryam (Mary) to eat dates during labor, highlighting their nutritional value, especially for childbirth:
"And shake toward you the trunk of the palm tree; it will drop upon you ripe, fresh dates. So eat and drink and be content." (Quran 19:25-26)
Dates are a nutrient powerhouse, rich in vitamins, fibre, and antioxidants. They boost energy, support heart health, aid digestion, and strengthen bones. With their natural sweetness, dates offer a delicious and easy way to improve overall wellness!
Honey
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ recommended honey for healing:
Narrated by Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ said, "Honey is a remedy for every illness and the Quran is a remedy for all illnesses of the mind, therefore I recommend to you both remedies, the Quran and honey."
(Sahih Bukhari)
Honey is rich in antioxidants, boosts immunity, soothes coughs, aids wound healing, and supports digestion
Fig
Figs are mentioned explicitly in an oath taken by Allah, which indicates their importance:
"By the fig and the olive, and [by] Mount Sinai, and [by] this secure city [Makkah]."
(Quran 95:1-3)
Figs are rich in fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. They support digestion, heart health, and strong bones
Saffron
Saffron is not directly mentioned in the Quran or Hadith by name. However, there are general references to aromatic herbs, fragrant plants, and various blessings that Allah has provided for human use and enjoyment.
Saffron is rich in antioxidants, boosts mood, supports eye health, enhances memory, and aids weight management
Pomegranate
Another mention of pomegranates as a bounty provided by Allah:
"In both of them are fruits, and date palms and pomegranates." (Quran 55:68)
Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants, boost heart health, support digestion, enhance immunity, and promote glowing skin.
Pumpkin
Anas bin Mâlik ( may Allah be pleased with him) said: "A tailor invited the Messenger of Allah ﷺ to a meal that he had made." Anas bin Mâlik said: "I went with the Messenger of Allah ﷺ to that meal, and he offered to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ some barley bread and some soup containing squash and strips of meat." Anas said: "I saw the Messenger of Allah ﷺ looking for the squash on all sides of the dish." He said: "I have not stopped liking squash since that day." (Muslim)
Pumpkin is packed with nutrients that boost immunity, support heart health, improve digestion, and enhance skin radiance. Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect cells from damage and gives a nutritious boost!
Watermelon
Narrated by Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her): "The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to eat watermelon with fresh dates, and he used to say: 'We neutralize the heat of this (dates) with the coolness of this (watermelon), and the coolness of this (watermelon) with the heat of this (dates).'"(Sunan Abi Dawud)
Watermelon is hydrating, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, supports heart health, aids muscle recovery, and promotes healthy skin.
