Eating From the Kitchen of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)- Cucumber

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Eating and Healing From the Kitchen of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)

Hadrat Malik bin Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) said that the Prophet (may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him) said, “I have left amongst you two things. You will not go astray so long as you hold fast to them. These are the Book of Allah, and the Sunnah of His Messenger.”

(Malik)

Dear Readers,

Please find below another great post from the Kitchen of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). This time we discuss the benefits of cucumber in recovery from Eating Disorder.

Allah’s Apostle loved cucumber

Cucumbers are water rich, making it a great body coolant. Besides that, they are rich in vitamin C which are good for our skin and also contains silica. Silica is an important element to maintain the wellness of our tendons, ligaments and bones.

Eat from the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and you will be taking a step towards conquering the demon of eating disorder.

 

Allah has mentioned in the Holy Qur’an, “Indeed in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example to follow, for the one who hopes in the meeting with Allah and the Last Day and remembers Allah much.”

(Qur’an, 33:21)

No recovery from ED is possible without food. Try one food at a time from the kitchen of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and enjoy its blessings.  Today I present to you Cucumber. One of the most common problems with anorexia and bulimia is dry skin, thinning hair, loss of muscle, constipation, bad breath and etc. Cucumber with its numerous benefits can aid in treatment of many of these problems. I find that refusing food is almost as bad as refusing air. It is an exhausting and frustrating battle every second and with time consequences are dire and often irremediable.  It is essential to get vitamins from food. Supplements should be taken in addition to meals and with meals for their essential and proper absorption.

 

In Our Recovery We are Inspired by Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), click here to read our post on Eating the foods of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) for one day

 

 

Go for recovery Go for Life and Reach for the Stars.

 

How much do I need to Eat?

According to Ulrike Schimidt and Janet Treasure author of getting better bit(e) by bit(e) “ you should need to eat atleast between 1,500 and 2,000 calories per day. However, if your levels of activity are high or you are high or you are still growing, you may need considerably more.”

Do bear in mind this is only for people who are not underweight and are not suffering from malnutrition (caused by both bulimia and anorexia). If your in recovery, then please consult your dietician. Don’t forget that you need to work with your body to achieve your optimal weight and well-being and that can only be done through feeding.

Cucumbers

Cucumbers are very powerful vegetables and come from the same family as pumpkin, zucchini, watermelon and other types of squash. Also they are one of the best foods for your overall health.

Our beloved Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) combined

cucumbers with ripe dates saying: “the heat of the

latter is reduced by the coolness of the former.”

(Bukhari, Muslim, Abu Dawood and Ibn Majah)

Why not have cucumbers and dates as one of your healthy snacks in your

recovery from ED?

According to Ibn al-Qayyim: Cucumber is Beneficial When Eaten with Dates. In his work on Prophetic Medicine, the great scholar Ibn al-Qayyim mentioned the health benefits of cucumbers. He quoted the Prophetic Hadith relating that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu alayhi Wasallam) used to eat qiththa (cucumber) with rutab (fresh dates). [Tirmidhi At’ima 37] 

cucumber dates islam

 

For a healthy snack recipe, try slices of cucumber covered with delicious medjool dates!

 

cucumber with dates

 

Cucumber has a cold effect and dates have a hot one. By combining the two it becomes mild. From this hadith we gather that it is recommended that the effect (hot or cold) of things eaten should be taken into consideration. Cucumber is insipid and tasteless, and dates are sweet which results in the cucumber also tasting sweet.

Ibn al-Qayyim said the cucumber has the following health benefits:

  • Quenches thirst
  • Calms an inflamed stomach
  • Beneficial for pains of the bladder
  • Its seeds are diuretic

Some more benefits of Cucumber straight from your Kitchen

Rehydrates body and replenishes daily vitamins- Cucumbers contain enough sugar and electrolytes to replenish many essential nutrients, reducing the intensity of both hangover and headache.
Good source of B vitamins

Fight cancers – Cucumber are known to contain lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol. These three lignans have a strong history of research in connection with reduced risk of several cancer types, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and prostate cancer.
Relieves bad breath

Aids in digestion- the high water content and dietary fiber in cucumbers are very effective in ridding the body of toxins from the digestive system, aiding digestion.

Relieves constipation- Daily consumption of cucumbers can be regarded as a remedy for chronic constipation.
Cures diabetes

Reduces cholesterol

Hydrates Skin- When applied externally, the astringent properties in cucumbers draw out dirt and cleanse the pores and reduce puffiness around the eyes.

Hair Nail and Skin miracle- They are very high in silica which gives you strong hair, nails and skin.  

Controls blood pressure

 

 

Use Cucumber in Daily Diet for:

Cooling:  During dry and hot weather, drink a glass of cucumber + celery juice. It wonderfully helps to normalize body temperature.

Hair growth:  The silicon and sulfur content in cucumber juice makes it especially helpful in promoting hair growth. Drink it mixed with carrot, lettuce or spinach juice.

Water retention: It supplies the necessary electrolytes and restores hydration of the body cells, thus reducing water retention.

Enjoy Cucumber with all your Meals

A Perfect accompaniment to any Meal Salad-e-Shirazi

One of the favourite Salads of Iran, finely chopped tomatoes and cucumbers mixed with olive oil and lime juice and subtle spices make salald-e-shirazi a hit.

 

Ingredients:

  • 3 large, firm tomatoes
  • 2 cucumbers
  • 1 small onion, red or yellow
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice, depending on taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Mix minced garlic with olive oil, lime juice, fresh mint, salt and pepper and set aisde.

Finely chop tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Toss with remaining ingredients and gently mix well.  Viola your beautiful salad is ready. Serve immediately.

Serve chilled.  Serves 4.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

 

Want Smooth Skin and Strong Hair?

 

Cucumber Apple Ginger Juice for Strong Hair &

Smooth Skin

 

Reverse damage to your skin and hair with this great smoothie. An energising beauty tonic in a glass. Juicing is a great way to get all the essentials nutrients into your body.

“Since cucumbers are 96% water they make the perfect juice veggie. They hydrate skin with valuable nutrients. When applied externally, the astringent properties in cucumbers draw out dirt and cleanse the pores and reduce puffiness around the eyes.  They are very high in silica which gives you strong hair, nails and skin.

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 apple
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1/2 lemon

Directions

  1. Wash all veggies and fruit. leave skin on if organic.
  2. Lightly peel or wash with a fruit veggie wash to remove pesticides if not organic.
  3. Juice the cucumber first, followed by the apple, ginger, lemon and celery.
  4. Drink plain or pour over ice and enjoy your cool refreshing cucumber juice !
Note-Loaded with silicon and hydrating minerals and vitamins, this juice will make you glow and nourish your skin from the inside out !


 

Cucumber in Main Meal Try this fantastic recipe from Bon Apetit and your body will thank you for this blessing

 

Spiced Snapper with Cucumber Salad

 

 

 

 

Roasting fish fillets that have been oiled and seasoned is a fail-safe, hands-off technique with big flavor payoff. Baharat is a spice mixture typically made with paprika, black pepper, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and cardamom. You can also use it to season steaks before grilling, or toss through root veg before roasting.

Ingredients

4 SERVINGS

2 garlic cloves, finely grated

2 teaspoons baharat or ras-el-hanout

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Sunnah Food

4 6-ounce skin-on, boneless red snapper fillets

Kosher salt

1 lemon, halved

3 medium Persian cucumbers, peeled, sliced ¼ inch thick

1 medium shallot, thinly sliced into rings, rinsed, patted dry

1 cup cilantro with tender stems

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°. Mix garlic, baharat, and 6 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl. Place fish on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet and pat dry. Rub both sides of fish with garlic-spice oil; season with salt. Turn skin side up and bake until fish is tender and cooked through and skin is beginning to brown, 8–10 minutes. Finely grate zest from a lemon half over each fillet as soon as you remove fish from the oven.

Step 2

Squeeze juice from a lemon half into a medium bowl. Add cucumbers, shallot, and cilantro, season with salt, and toss to combine.

Step 3

Slide fish onto a platter; top with cucumber salad and squeeze juice from remaining lemon half over. Drizzle with olive oil.

 

 

 

Cucumber for Brekkie?

 

Kick start your day with this indulgent delight.

 

StrawberryCucumber Salad with Lemon Cream

 

 

Strawberries and cream…and cardamom. The cooling spice and cucumbers give berries an element of intrigue.

Ingredients

4 SERVINGS

1 pound strawberries, hulled, quartered

3 Persian cucumbers, sliced

½ teaspoon ground cardamom

Kosher salt

3 teaspoons sugar, divided

½ cup crème fraîche

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

¼ cup unsalted, roasted pistachios

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Toss strawberries, cucumbers, cardamom, a pinch of salt, and 1 tsp. sugar in a medium bowl and let sit 10 minutes to allow sugar to dissolve and flavors to meld.

Step 2

Meanwhile, mix crème fraîche, lemon juice, remaining 2 tsp. sugar, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl; set lemon cream aside.

Step 3

Pulse pistachios, cayenne, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until nuts are just finely ground (do not overprocess or you’ll end up with nut butter).

Step 4

Divide fruit salad among plates and spoon reserved lemon cream over; sprinkle with ground seasoned pistachios.

Step 5

Do Ahead: Lemon cream can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

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Islam and Eating Disorders founded in 2012 – run by Maha Khan, the blog creates awareness of Eating Disorders in the Muslim world, offers information and support for sufferers and their loved ones.

10 Comments

  1. I am from Sharjah and I have had bulimia since 2004. I felt so hopeless. My sixth month in recovery. I have been laxative free for 5 months and purging is at minimal. i used to purge 7-10 times a day. I hope to be bulimia free soon. I find your facebook page and your blog very useful. Thank you sister

    • Dear Dina.
      Thanks for visiting the blog and Inshallah you will be bulimia free soon. Congratulations on embarking on such a beautiful journey of recovery. Happy healing

  2. As SALAAMU’ALAYKUM SISTER jazaakiLLAAHUkhayran for these tips, it was ALLAAH that directed me to ur page Alhamdu liLLAAHI, but how can i be recieving your news letter. Thanks so much

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  4. Assalamualaikum Sister,

    Jazaki Allah khair for such a lovely & informative post. Someone recently told me tomatoes, cucumbers are not good to eat together. Is this just a myth or a fact. Kindly share your knowledge.

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