Info: Halaal and Haraam
Halaal, also often spelled “halal” or “hallal”, is an Arabic term that can identify any product or practice permissible under Islamic law, but is most typically used to describe food prepared in accordance with that law.
Haraam, its opposite, describes anything prohibited by the religion. Certain substances are explicitly haraam, according to the Quran, such as the flesh of carnivores or intoxicants.
In addition, halaal food must include only meat slaughtered in the correct ritual fashion.
The cost of non-compliance
SA communities prepare for 2010
(LOC) Wednesday 17 February 2010
With the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ just months away, the South African Muslim community is hard at work preparing to welcome the many Muslim players and fans that are expected to be in the country in June and July this year.
A number of Halaal restaurants are being opened throughout Host Cities and Halaal organisations, such as the National Independent Halaal Trust (NIHT), have increased inspections at newer franchises to increase the number of Halaal establishments.
What is gluten intolerance?
Gluten intolerance is also referred to as coeliac disease, where the finger-like projections in the small intestine (that helps to absorb food) becomes flat and smooth. This results in the malabsorption of nutrients, which is aggravated by eating gluten protein (gliadin) found in wheat products. The cause of gluten intolerance is not known, but the problem may be hereditary. The symptoms and severity vary from person to person and usually loss of weight and lack of energy (or weakness) are the most common. Others complain of diarrhoea, growth failure in children, bloated abdomen and vomiting may be seen.
Contact us
Johannesburg
Tel: +27 11 854 4381 Fax: +27 11 852 4300 Email: niht@halaal.org.za
Durban
Tel: +27 31 207 7864 Fax: +27 31 207 7865 Email: nihtkzn@halaal.org.za
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Announcement 28 January 2010
Kindly be advised that the e-mail circulating regarding Kellogg's, which is attributed to Grace De La Cruz, emanates from the USA and is not applicable to Kellogg's South Africa. None of the Kellogg's products manufactured locally, which are certified Halaal by the NIHT, contain any gelatine whatsoever. The products are suitable for vegetarians as well.
Kellogg's South Africa Halaal Certified Product List
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