colgate total toothpase ingredients

Chemical	CAS No / Unique ID	Percent
Sorbitol	000050-70-4
Glycerin	000056-81-5
Propylene glycol	000057-55-6
Sodium saccharin	000128-44-9
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)	000151-21-3
Sodium hydroxide	001310-73-2
Triclosan	003380-34-5
Sodium fluoride	007681-49-4
Water	007732-18-5
Carrageenan	009000-07-1
Carboxymethylcellulose sodium	009004-32-4
PVM/MA copolymer	009011-16-9
Titanium dioxide	013463-67-7
Hydrated silica (Silica gel)	112926-00-8
Flavor(s) Source	999999-56-2

Pig Enzymes in bread

Last Updated: 31/05/2009

In the Name of Allah, the Inspirer of Truth.

A key point here is that the Paper does not reference any hard evidence for the claims made. Many a time, pressure groups, or organisations "scaremonger" the public to adopt the views and beliefs of their respective ideoligies, or indeed to sell their own products to further their aims.

We have received a reply from the following major bakers in the UK, from which we conclude that they contain no animal enzymes.

As we receive correspondence from Bakers, we will upload the information Insha-Allah Ta'ala.

HOVIS STATEMENT

ALLIED BAKERS STATEMENT

WARBURTONS STATEMENT

ASDA STATEMENT

The Vegetarian Society have made their own investigations, which can be viewed here:

Veggie Bread News 2009

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REd bull contains cocaine?? (NOT!)

Statement Red Bull Deutschland GmbH
May 25th, 2009, 2:30 pm


German authorities have raised concerns regarding Red Bull Cola due to the use of a decocainized coca leaf extract in the product.


Decocainized coca leaf extracts are used as flavouring in foodstuffs around the world and are considered to be safe (e.g. FDA Gras Status, Council of Europe). Red Bull Cola and other foodstuff containing such extracts may therefore be sold legally.


The assessment commissioned by Red Bull from the Austrian Belan Institute was unable to detect any trace of cocaine, and consequently clearly contradicts the assessment furnished by the LIGA (North Rhine Westphalia Institute for Health and Labor).


To clear up any concerns, we met today (Monday) with the relevant local authority, the Bavarian Ministry for Environment, Health, and Consumer Protection. Based on this meeting, the Ministry has decided to officially investigate the existing examination results. We are sure that we will be able to clear up the facts very soon.

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ALERT: FALSE CLAIM OF HMA CERTIFICATION:
The following stores/ outlets have falsely claimed HMA certification. Please note that these outlets and their products are NOT HMA
certified nor monitored by the HMA. We advise the public to exercise caution. Please visit our website for updated information:

1) Chef Bombay Aliyas Foods
(41 Broadway Blvd. Alberta)

2)Abdullah Halal Meat
(1094 Danforth, Toronto)

3)Makkah Halal Meat Shop
(4-735 Twain Ave, Mississauga)

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ALERT- Places no longer HMA certified

Certification Canceled / Withdrawn:

The below mentioned is a list of outlets recently revoked or canceled for HMA certification. Please exercise caution:

• Bismillah Halal Meat, Mississauga: Click here for details
• Dollar Plus Halal Groceries, Scarborough: Click here for details
• Al-Momin Halal (Bombay Bazar), Scarborough: Click here for details
• Bismillah Halal Meat (Burnhamptrope Location) Mississauga: Click here for details
• Brampton Mini Mart, Brampton: Click here for details
• Sadat Halal Meat, Scarborough: Click here for details
• Abdullah Halal Meat: Fraudulent Claim of HMA: Click here for details
• Al-Ramzan Halal Meat, Mississauga:Click here for details
• Fresco Halal Meat & Grocery, Brampton: Click here for details

Lindsay Zabiha
(1255 Durham Rd.-13 Sunderland)

Abdullah Halal Meat

(1094 Danforth, Toronto)

Chef Bombay Aliyas Foods

(41 Broadway Blvd. Alberta)

Bombay Bazaar (Ismail Meat)

(2875 Lawrence Scarborough)

Zum Zum Superstore

(2860 Denison, Markham)

Bombay Bazaar (Al Tawakkul)
(7657 Kennedy Rd, Markham)

WHITE VEAL MEAT PACKERS
Toronto
35 Fenmar Drive
Weston, Ontario M9L 2W5
Tel.: (416) 745-7448
Fax: (416) 740-5018

Montreal
414 Route 201
St-Stanislas-de-Kostka, Qu�bec J0S 1W0
Tel.: (450) 371-0421
Fax: (450) 371-3411

*Please note that due to owner's choice of non renewal of contract, HMA approval has accordingly been withdrawn.

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Press Release: Response To Pakeeza Article

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Re: Halal Issues

The below mentioned is in response to an article that appeared in “The South Asian Voice (Pakeeza International) ” dated March 11, 2009 written by Iqra Khalid of Mississauga (the article can be viewed <here>).
The Halal Monitoring Authority (HMA) thanks Iqra Khalid for bringing the awareness of Halal to the general public by means of the article. However, we would like to point out the following:

Fair Journalism

What Is Considered Extreme?

Machine Slaughter

Technology

HMA Standards

Bruno’s Meat Supplier and Sargent Farms

Media Contact:
Halal Monitoring Authority (HMA of CCMT)
Spokespersons: Shaykh Omar Subedar 416 917-3760
or Shakh Yusuf Badat 416 402-8542

View the Press Release and the Article in PDF: click here

Full Article / Source

Al Tawakkul (in Bombay Bazar Markham) No Longer HMA

Al Tawakkul (in Bombay Bazar Markham) No Longer HMA (301 Views)

March 8, 2009

HMA CERTIFICATION WITHDRAWN

Please be advised that the below mentioned facility is NO longer HMA certified:

Al Tawakkul Halal Meat

(in Bombay Bazaar, Markham)

7657 Kennedy Road (in Bombay Bazaar)
Markham, Ontario,
L3R 0L7
Tel: 905 940-2082

Kindly be advised that due to non compliance of HMA standards, the HMA certification has accordingly been withdrawn.

EXERCISE CAUTION!

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Loreal Lipsticks Halal or Haram??

Following statement sent from L'Oreal in feb 2009:

Thank you for your recent email,

In regards to animal derived ingredients in our products:
Some of our products may contain derivatives of sheep's wool (LANOLIN - though no animal is sacrificed to obtain this) and some of our products also contain beeswax, honey or silk amino acids, fish products (collagen and oil) and fowl products (eggs and feather keratin). These can all be identified in the ingredients lists on each product. Some of our lipsticks however may contain carmine, which gives it it's red colour from carminic acid which is derived from insects. L'Oréal actively monitors all issues that could lead to questions concerning the safety of its products and the ingredients used in their manufacture. The ingredients are always strictly selected in observance of the legislations in effect, and are safe for consumers based on the most recent scientific knowledge.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further advice or assistance concerning our products through one of the channels below.

With regards to the above information GMWA website had the following remarks..

Last Updated: 14/04/2009

In the Name of Allah, the Inspirer of Truth.
Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh

Carmine in lipsticks is not permissible.

The use of carmine in lipsticks, more commonly known as C.I. 75470 in the cosmetic industry is impermissible. This is because there is the risk of licking the lips or somehow swallowing the carmine.

"Carmine (IPA: /ˈkɑːmɪn, ˈkɑrmaɪn, -miːn/), also called Crimson Lake, Cochineal, Natural Red 4, C.I. 75470, or E120, is a pigment of a bright red color obtained from the carminic acid produced by some scale insects, such as the cochineal and the Polish cochineal, and is used as a general term for a particularly deep red color. Carmine is used in the manufacture of artificial flowers, paints, rouge, yogurt, cosmetics, food additives, and crimson ink."

Carmine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crimson_lake

And Allah knows Best
Wa Alaykumussalaam Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh
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Ferrero Rocher 2009-2010 (Halal or Haram?)

Halal:
TIC TAC SPEARMINT	Halal
TIC TAC EXTRA STRONG	Halal
TIC TAC MINT	Halal
Halal (because of)
GMWA Ruling on Alocoholic Flavorings):
FERRERO ROCHER	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER SURPRISE	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER MAXI SURPRISE (Easter egg)	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER CHOCOLATE 12.5g	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER MAXI 21g	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER BUENO	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER BUENO WHITE	Halal (alcohol flavorings)
Halal (because of):
a) GMWA Ruling on Alocoholic Flavorings
b) Calf Rennet permissible in Hanafi Fiqh
Ferrero Collection box -
including Ferrero Rocher	Halal* (alcohol flavorings)
RAFFAELLO	Halal* (alcohol flavorings)
GIOTTO	Halal* (alcohol flavorings)
KINDER HAPPY HIPPO	Halal* (alcohol flavorings)
NUTELLA	Halal* (alcohol flavorings)
* calf rennet
Haram:
TIC TAC LIME/ORANGE	Haram (E120)
TIC TAC ORANGE	Haram (E120)
MON CHERI	Haram (Added Alcohol)

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Fuze Drinks Halal / Haram?

FUZE HEALTHY INFUSIONS

FUZE Healthy Infusions brand of drinks are distributed through coca cola in Canada...


Fuze is available in these following flavors (maybe not all of these are available in Canada)


Fuze Banana Strawberry, Banana Vanilla, Fuze Blackberry, Fuze Blackberry Blueberry Grape, Fuze Blackberry Raspberry, Fuze Cranberry Raspberry, Fuze Dragon fruit, Fuze Fruit Punch, Fuze Mango Orange, Fuze Melon Strawberry, Fuze Peach Mango, Fuze Strawberry, Fuze Tangerine and Fuze Tropical Fruit Punch.

HALAL / HARAM??

I have called the number listed on the product label for Fuze drinks (1-800-208-2653). The customer service rep checked and informed me that the only animal based product used in these drinks (some of them) is milk. The drink I was asking in particular about was "Fuze refresh Banana Colada".

The rep on further inquiry informed that the rest (other then banana colada) of the drinks dont contain any other animal products either and that there is no alcohol being used.

If anyone else has any other information to add to this (or any other post) don't hesitate to comment on this post.

Jazak Allah khair

Eat halal

E-numbers (Preservatives Halal / haram?)

Enumber Description Status

E200	Sorbic Acid Preservative	Halal
E201	Soduim Sorbate Preservative	Halal
E202	Potassium Sorbate Preservative	Halal
E203	Calcium Sorbate Preservative	Halal
E210	Benzoic Acid Preservative	Halal
E211	Sodium Benzoate Preservative	Halal
E212	Potassium Benzoate Preservative	Halal
E220	Sulphur Dioxide Preservative	Halal
E221	Sodium Sulphite Preservative	Halal
E222	Sodium Hydrogen Sulphite Preservative	Halal
E223	Sodium Metabisulphite Preservative	Halal
E224	Potassium Metabisulphite Preservative	Halal
E226	Calcium Sulphite Preservative	Halal
E239	Hexamine Preservative - other	Halal
E249	Potassium Nitrate Preservative	Halal
E250	Sodium Nitrite Preservative	Halal
E251	Sodium Nitrate Preservative	Halal
E252	PotassiumNitrate(Saltpetre) Preservative	Halal
E230	Biphenyl / Diphenyl Preservative
Halal, if no alcohol is used as a solvent
E231	2-Hydroxybiphenyl Preservative
Halal, if no alcohol is used as a solvent
E232	Sodium Biphenyl-2-yl Oxide Preservative
Halal, if no alcohol is used as a solvent
E233	2-(Thiazol-4-yl) Benzimidazole Preservative
Halal, if no alcohol is used as a solvent
E214	Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate Preservative
Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent
E216	Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate Preservative
Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent
E217	Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt Preservative
Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent
E218	Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate Preservative
Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent
E219	Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt Preservative
Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent
E227	Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite Preservative
Halal, if calcium is obtained from mineral or chemicals. Mushbooh if it is obtained from bones.
E213	Calcium Benzoate Preservative
Halal, if calcium obtained from mineral, Mushbooh if it is obtained from bones.
E215	Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate,
Sodium Salt Preservative Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent

e Number haram / halal list for Colours

E-Number	Name/Description	Halal Status
E171	Titanium Dioxide Color - Inorganic	Halal
E172	Iron Oxides and Hydroxides Color - Inorganic	Halal
E173	Aluminium Color - Inorganic	Halal
E174	Silver Color - Inorganic	Halal
E175	Gold Color - Inorganic	Halal
E160b	Annatto, Bixin, Norbixin Color - Carotene	Halal
E150(a-d)	Caramel Color/with chemicals Color	Halal
E102	Tartrazine Color	Mushbooh
E104	Quinoline Yellow Color	Mushbooh
E110	Sunset Yellow FCF /Orange Yellow S Color	Mushbooh
E122	Carmoisine / Azorubine Color	Mushbooh
E123	Amaranth Color	Mushbooh
E124	Ponceau 4R / Cochineal Red A Color	Mushbooh
E127	Erythrosine BS Color	Mushbooh
E131	Patent Blue V Color	Mushbooh
E151	Black PN / Brilliant Black BN Color	Mushbooh
E153	Carbon Black / Vegetable Carbon (Charcoal) Color	Mushbooh
E160a	Alpha, Beta, Gamma Color – Carotene	Mushbooh
E160c	Capsanthin / Capsorbin Color- Carotene	Mushbooh
E160d	Lycopene Color – Carotene	Mushbooh
E161a	Flavoxanthin Color	Mushbooh
E161c	Cryptoxanthin Color	Mushbooh
E161d	Rubixanthin Color	Mushbooh
E161e	Violaxanthin Color	Mushbooh
E161f	Rhodoxanthin Color	Mushbooh
E161g	Canthaxanthin Color	Mushbooh
E162	Beetroot Red / Betanin Color	Mushbooh
E163	Anthocyanins Color	Mushbooh
E180	Pigment Rubine / Lithol Rubine BK Color - Inorganic	Mushbooh
*Mushbooh = Halal if used as 100% dry color. Mushbooh if used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
E100	Curcumin/Turmeric Color
Halal if pure grind turmeric powder or granular. Mushbooh if used as liquid, the solvents has to be Halal. Haram if hidden ingredient is pork fat based emulsifier in dry mix.
E101	Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Color
Mushbooh (Haram if from pork liver & Kidney, Halal if 100% plant material
E132	Indigo Carmine / Idigotine Color
Halal if use as is as a 100% synthetic color but if pork glycerin is added as a solvent then it is Haram
E141	Copper Complex of Chlorophyll Color
Halal if use 100% powder or Halal if water or vegetable oil was used as a solvent
E142	Green S / Acid Brilliant Green BS Color
Halals if used as 100% dry color. Mushbooh if used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
E160e	Beta-apo-8-carotenal Color - Carotene
Halal if used as 100% dry powder or granular or Halal if vegetable oil is used as a solvent in liquid form as a hidden ingredient. Haram if pork gelatin is used as hidden ingredient or carrier
E160f	Ethyl ester of Beta-apo-8- cartonoic acid Color - Carotene
Halal if used as 100% dry powder or granular or Halal if vegetable oil is used as a solvent in liquid form as a hidden ingredient. Haram if pork gelatin is used as hidden ingredient or carrier
E161b	Lutein Color
Halal if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if pork gelatin or pork glycerin is added in dry or liquid form
E170	Calcium Carbonate (Chalk) Color - Inorganic
Halal if obtained from rock mineral and used as 100% dry powder or granular. Mushbooh if used as liquid, solvent has to be Halal

Oreo Cookies Halal? (email UPDATE)

IsItHaram.com to me

show details 9:42 PM (16 hours ago)

We saw that someone had posted a comment on your blog, in response to your reposting of a portion of SPOTLIGHT HALAL: OREO COOKIES. "Anonymous" said that Lowfat Oreos were 'haram'. We believe that his comment is because low-fat Oreos in the U.S. contain glycerin. Glycerin allows Oreos to reduce the fat content of the cookie, while maintaining the 'fat feel' on the eater's tongue.

We looked into it further, and found that the Reduced Fat version of Oreos are certified kosher by the Orthodox Union, which means that the glycerin is not pork-derived. In addition, currently, glycerin is allowed in food imported into Saudi Arabia.

Hope this helps.

--IsItHaram.com

This email is from the people at IsItHaram.com and is pretty selfexplanatory... referring to the following article.. Click here

FRITO LAY CANADA (LAYS CHIPS) SEASONED PRODUCTS MADE WITHOUT PORCINE (PORK) ENZYMES

Products Made and Distributed in Canada

Last Update 09/29/2008

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FRITOS® BBQ Flavoured Corn Chips

LAY'S® Bar-B-Que Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Dill Pickle Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Fries & Gravy Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Ketchup Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Old Fashioned BBQ Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Roast Chicken Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Salt & Vinegar Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Sea Salt & Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Smokey Bacon Flavoured Potato Chips (artificial bacon flavor)

LAY'S® Sour Cream & Onion Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY'S® Spicy Curry Flavoured Potato Chips

LAY’S® STAX® BBQ Flavoured Potato Crisps

LAY'S® STAX® Cheddar Flavoured Potato Crisps

LAY'S® STAX® Original Potato Crisps

LAY’S® STAX® Ranch Flavoured Potato Crisps

LAY’S® STAX® Salt & Vinegar Flavoured Potato Crisps

LAY’S® STAX® Sour Cream & Onion Flavoured Potato Crisp

LAY'S® Wavy Old Fashioned BBQ Flavoured Potato Chips

RUFFLES® All Dressed Flavoured Potato Chips

RUFFLES® BBQ Flavoured Potato Chips

RUFFLES® Sour Cream & Bacon Flavoured Potato Chips (artificial bacon flavor)

RUFFLES® Sour Cream & Onion Flavoured Potato Chips

SMARTFOOD® White Cheddar Cheese Flavoured Popcorn

SUNCHIPS® French Onion Flavour Multi-Grain Snacks

SUNCHIPS® Garden Salsa Flavour Multi-Grain Snacks

TOSTITOS® Restaurant Style with a Hint of Lime Flavoured Tortilla Chips

TOSTITOS® Spinach Flavoured Dip

Information contained in this document should be copied or reproduced in its entirety.

We make every effort to maintain this list to the best of our knowledge. All Frito Lay products are labeled accurately with the most current ingredient information. Ingredients and their components are subject to change at any time. We maintain this list to assist our customers in making snack choices. If you need assistance, please contact Frito Lay Canada Consumer Response Centre toll-free at 1-800-376-2257 Monday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Belvoir Fruit Farms 2009

Last Updated: 24/03/2009 ALL THE FOLLOWING ARE HALAAL Apple and Blueberry Good Stuff Apple and Elderflower Good Stuff Blackberry and Apple Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Cranberry Presse Elderflower Cordial Elderflower Presse Elderflower, Gooseberry and Muscat Grape Cordial Ginger Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Gooseberry and Mint Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Lime and Lemongrass Cordial Lime and Lemongrass Presse Organic Apple and Pear Cordial Organic Blackcurrant Cordial Organic Blood Orange and Mandarin Cordial Organic Blood Orange and Mandarin Presse Organic Blueberry Cordial Organic Cranberry Cordial Organic Elderflower Cordial Organic Elderflower Presse Organic Ginger Beer (Alcoholic Flavourings) Organic Ginger Cordial Organic Lemonade Passionfruit and Mango Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Pear and Elderflower Presse Pear and Raspberry Good Stuff Pineapple & Grapefruit Good Stuff Pomegranate and Raspberry Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Pomegranate and Raspberry Presse Raspberry and Rose Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Rhubarb and Ginger Good Stuff Summer Berries Cordial (Alcoholic Flavourings) Summer Cooler (Alcoholic Flavourings) Winter Berries Cordial Alcoholic Flavourings Clarification: Alcohols used as a carrier for food colourings and flavourings are permissible as long as they are not sourced from dates or grapes. Read the full article here: http://www.gmwa.org.uk/foodguide2/index.php?page=viewquestion&id=200 Source

Weight watchers whole wheat bread

100% Whole Wheat Bread (1 POINTS value per serving)



Weston Foods Customer Service (WFEC
REPLY FROM weight watchers customer service


Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 11:20 AM
FW: Help: Winning Points [#22958986]

Dear Valued Customer:

We thank you for your e-mail. Please be advised that all fats, shortenings and micro ingredients (such as mono/di-glycerides and dough conditioners) we use in the product mentioned below are of vegetable source.

Should you have further questions concerning any of our products, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

Customer Service

ORIGINAL QUESTION

From: Weight Watchers [mailto:WinningPoints@weightwatchers.ca]
Sent: Friday, March 27, 2009 11:15 AM
To: Weston Foods Customer Service (WFEC); MMedaglia@gwbakeries.com
Subject: Fwd: Help: Winning Points [#22958986]

--Original Message--
Date: 3/26/2009 2:02:52 PM
To: WinningPoints@weightwatchers.ca
Subject: Help: Winning Points

User Number:
Server: www.weightwatchers.ca
Date: 26/03/2009

Questions: Hi there

i have bought one of your:

"Weight Watchers 100% whole wheat breads"

I need to find out regarding the ingredients of this product whether they contain any animal ingredients used at any time during the manufacturing process or not.

And specifically the source of
a) Mono and Diglycerides
b) Sodium Stearoyl -2 Lactylate
3) Monoglycerides

Thanks a lot

regards

abc xyz

Pig Fat (Updated) email probably inaccurate....

In the Name of Allah, the Inspirer of Truth.
Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh

The article is highly dramatised, but unfortunAtely does not back up any of the claims. We regard this email as vastly heresay and folklore, unless otherwise backed up with hard facts.

If you receive this pig fat E-mail, please do not forward it onto others, as it just dupes more and more people, and it does its rounds.

Muslims should NOT be "fast-forwarders", but think about what they are relaying to others, and whether it holds any merit.

And Allah knows Best
Wa Alaykumussalaam Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh
http://www.foodguide.org.uk

Please subscribe to our Foodguide Newsletter from the Web-Site.

source of above information

The above information is referring to the following email going around in peoples inboxes which was also posted onto this site aswell.. original text of email can be found in this link written supposedly by a "DR M Liaqut"

NEW INFORMATION ON YEAST EXTRACT AND TORULA YEAST

MCG recently investegated the Yeast Extract, Torula Yeast products from some manufacturer and distributor in USA and findout the current source of Yeast Extract and Torula Yeast. According to yeast manufacturer:

1. Yeast Extract or Autolyzed Yeast Extract from by product of beer making:

The only two categories of food products which use the yeast extract or autolyzed yeast extract are Cheese Crackers and Cheese products because of its harsh and bitter taste. The type of yeast is Brewer Yeast.

2. Yeast Extract or Autolyzed Yeast Extract from Baker's Yeast:

Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast or Baker's Yeast(Halal) is used in manufacture of yeast extract or autolyzed yeast or extract in food products other than cheese crackers or cheeses such as soups, fruits, and other foods etc. So if you see Yeast Extract or Autolyzed Yeast or extract in food products other than cheese crackers and chees, it means the Yeast Extract or Autolyzed Yeast or Extract is from Baker's yeast and it is Halal.

3. Torula Yeast:

According to manufacturer currently the Torula Yeast is manufactured from sugar source such as Molasses or corn by many manufacturer. They stop manufacturing Torula yeast from alcohol or waste paper.

4.Inactive Yeast:

Yeast cells are pasteurized to inactive them. Mostly from Baker's yeast which is a Halal yeast.

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Altoids© Mints

WHAT IS IT?

Altoids are a popular brand of breath mints marketed under the slogan "The Original Celebrated Curiously Strong Mints." Though the brand is owned by Wrigley, the confections have been manufactured and produced by Callard & Bowser-Suchard in Wales, the United Kingdom, since the early 1800's.^[1]

Altoids mints are much stronger than typical mints; the secret of their strength lies in the use of real peppermint oil in the recipe. Because of this strong mintiness, Altoids are often chosen as a breath freshener as well as an after-coffee mint. Altoids mints are currently available in eight flavors: peppermint, wintergreen, spearmint, cinnamon, ginger, liquorice, chocolate, and crème de menthe.

HOW IS IT MADE?
All Altoid mints, including Chocolate-Covered Altoids contain: SUGAR, GUM ARABIC, ARTIFICIAL OR NATURAL FLAVOR (OIL OF PEPPERMINT), and GELATIN.^[2] Chocolate-Covered Altoids contain CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, another name for shellac which is made from crushed and processed insect cocoons.^[3] Shellac is used as a glaze on food and medicine to provide a shiny coating.

Altoid Sours, Altoid Gum, and Altoid Mini products do not contain gelatin or shellac.

Due to the presence of shellac and gelatin(most likely from pork) it is very highly recommended to avoid these products or atleast research before you consume these..

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RECIPE: Halal Chicken Marsala

This is our halal twist on The Olive Garden's Chicken Marsala recipe. Instead of red wine, it uses pomegranate syrup (دبس رمان) to add flavor and body.

INGREDIENTS

4 chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
½ cup flour
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp dried oregano
4 tbsp (¼ cup) olive oil
4 tbsp (¼ cup) butter
2 large sweet Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
2 cups fresh mushrooms, washed and sliced
1/3 cup pomegranate syrup,
or, 1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
Water, as needed

DIRECTIONS

1. WASH chicken breasts in mixture of water and vinegar then pat dry using a paper towel.

2. POUND chicken breasts between sheets of plastic wrap until about 1/2" (1 cm.) thick.

3. COMBINE flour, salt, pepper and oregano in a mixing bowl or ziploc bag. Coat chicken pieces
in the flour, shaking off any excess.

4. HEAT oil and butter together in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts on
medium heat for about 2 minutes on the first side, until lightly browned. Turn breasts over
to cook other side. Cook breasts about 2 more minutes, until both sides are lightly browned,
but not cooked through.

5. REMOVE chicken and set aside.

6. ADD onions and mushrooms to pan, stirring occassionally until onions turn transparent. Add
pomegranate syrup and stir. Then place the chicken breasts back in the pan, coating with
the onion mushroom sauce.

7. COVER, lower heat and simmer for about 15 minutes. Add water, in small amounts, as
needed to keep from burning.

8. TRANSFER to serving plate.

9. SERVE with potatos or pasta.

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The Islamic Laws of Animal Slaughter

By Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani [Bio]
Translated by Amir A. Toft

Product Details
No. of Pages: 160
Format: Softcover
Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"
ISBN: 1-933764-01-5
Pub. Date: May 2006

There is a growing sense of concern today among consumers, Muslim and non-Muslim alike, about the healthfulness of what they eat. Health food stores have gained a prominent status in the US, and many consumers review every last ingredient listed in a food item’s nutritional facts list to ensure that they meet their dietary standards. Muslims must be even more conscientious of what they consume, as a Muslim’s diet must, above all, be lawful (halal) under Islamic law, as well as wholesome (tayyib). The Qur’an states, “O people, eat from whatever is upon the earth that is lawful and wholesome” (2:168).

Of all types of food, one that has become the cause of controversy among Muslims the world over is slaughtered meat. Muslim sources without the guidance of scholars have spread inaccurate information about Islam’s rules and regulations for animal slaughter, leaving Muslims confused about the facts. Authored by a Muslim scholar recognized worldwide for his mastery of Islamic jurisprudence, The Islamic Laws of Animal Slaughter clears up the confusion. The author presents a brief, structured analysis of Islam’s laws for animal slaughter, as well an overview of their practical application in the modern world. A couple of articles, appended specially for this translation, round off the discussion by addressing matters particularly relevant to Muslims in the US and other Western nations.

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“An engaging, enlightening, and intellectually thought-provoking work that reassures Muslims that it is still possible to consume Halal and pure sustenance in this extremely complex world.” —Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC), UK

“Mufti Usmani has given a scholarly explanation of the ritual laws of animal slaughter, which every Muslim, particularly those living in the West, must be acquainted with in order to practice their din correctly.” —Mohammad Mazhar Hussaini, Director of Halal Program, Islamic Society of North America (ISNA)

“The first English work on this subject that treats modern concerns and is yet thorough, scholarly, authentic, and accessible to a general audience.” —South African National Halaal Authority (SANHA)

“By far the best work on the subject available to the English-speaking reader.” —Dr. Muhammad Munir Chaudry,
Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA)

“A must read for any Muslim who wishes to consume the permissible and steer clear of the forbidden, based on the teachings of Allah and His beloved Messenger (upon him be peace).” —Halal Monitoring Authority (HMA), Canadian Council of Muslim Theologians

Translation undertaken by permission and authorization of the author.

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Diet of a muslim (Very important!)

The diet of a muslim is unquestionably one of the most important matters that Islamic law addresses. The stern, unequivocal command of Allah az o wa jal and His messenger |Sal laho alaihe wa sal'lam| to eat what is lawful (Halal) show why this is so. In one verse of the Qur'an, Allah subhana wa ta'ala says, "O people, eat from whatever is upon the earth that is lawful and wholesome" (Qur'an 2:168).

In a rigorously authenticated (sahih) hadith. Abu Hurayra |RadiAllaho unho| relates,

The messenger of Allah |Sal lal laho alaihe wasl'lam said 'O people! indeed Allah is pure; He does not accept anything but what is pure. And Allah has commanded of the believers what he has commanded of the messengers. He says, "O messengers, eat of what is wholesome and do righteous deeds. Indeed, I am all-knowing of what you do" (Qur'an 23:51). And he says, "O you who belive, eat of the wholesome things that We have provided you" (Qur'an :172). He then related the story of a person who has traveled a long way [for some righteous purpose], and whose clothes have becomme tattered and dirtied. He extends his hands to the heavens, sayin, ' O my Lord! O my Lord!' But what he has eatin is unlawful (haram), and what he has drunk is unlawful, and what he wears is unlawful, and he has been nourished with what is unlawful -- So how can he be answered?" (Sahih Muslim)

By putting in the any food or drink that Allah, the Creator of the Worlds, has deemed unlawful and impure, our bodies become reservoirs for impurity. Just as a Muslim's prayer is unacceptable if he or she is in a state of outward physical impurity, how can our prayers or our supplications or any of our other acts of worship deserve to be accepted if we offer them while impurity runs through the veins of our bodies?

Therefore, from both a practical and, more importantly, from a textual perspective, there is no question that we as Muslims have a solemn religious duty to learn the laws of Islam regarding lawful food and drink and make every effort to adhere to them.

(The Islamic Laws of Animal Slaughter - Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani pg 11-12)

Alcohol in deodorant / Perfume haram or halal?

Bismiha-Ta'ala

The general rule on the use of alcohol based perfumes/deodrants, etc is that if the alcohol has been extracted from grapes or dates their use will be forbidden since this is Najis (impure) and will thus make the body and clothes impure.

If the deodrants/perfume is made from synthetic/chemical alcohol, extracted and manufactured from items besides grapes or dates, then the use of such products is permissible.

Hazrat Mufti M. Taqi Usmani Saheb, (A leading contemporary scholar of Pakistan) writes in his commentary of Sahih Muslim, "The majority of alcohol used in medication and perfumes is not manufactured from grapes and dates, it is extracted from grains, peels or petroleum etc." (Takmilah Fathul-Mulhim Vol. 3 Page. 608)

Before using such products, it is advisable from the Shar'ee point of view to check with the manufacturers on the type of alcohol used. (i.e. whether natural or synthetic based).

Allah SWT Knows Best.

(Mufti) Abdullah Patel

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