Islamic Diet

Dr. Wail Abu Hendi; a psychologist with interests in dieting, obesity, and slimness, as well as eating disorders; believes that modifying eating behavior is more effective to accomplish weight loss than traditional dieting methods.

Abu Hendi developed a therapeutic behavioral program in accordance with the Sunnah (life and teachings) of the Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him).

Among the ideas he puts forward:

- Eating can be looked upon as not only something pleasurable, but also as an act of worship.
- Dedicating approximately 30 minutes to each meal instead of just wolfing it down.
- Restricting the size of each mouthful of food, chewing very well and swallowing before reaching out for another mouthful.
- Trying to eat a variety of foods and not classifying foods as good or bad according to the calories they contain.
- Trying to begin your meal with some fruit.

And the list goes on...

I personally think some of the things he talks about are very logical and can help people eat and be healthier.

Abu Hendi developed this program for patients in Egypt suffering from obesity and extreme slimness. I wonder what the results were.

[Source: Islam Online]

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