Archive for September, 2014

Lady Khadijah … The Unsung Heroine (Islam)

Posted on September 20th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

The simplicity of Khadijah’s example is something that can not pass unnoticed not only by Muslim women but by non-Muslims as well. Lady Khadijah is a woman who we have.. read more

Don’t Follow Your Passion, Follow Your Effort

Posted on September 19th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

I hear it all the time from people. “I’m passionate about it.” “I’m not going to quit, It’s my passion”. Or I hear it as advice to students and others.. read more

Before Action, Double-Check Your Intention (Islam)

Posted on September 18th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

“Actions are according to intentions, and every one will get what they intended. So whoever migrates for the sake of Allah and His messenger, the migration will be counted truly.. read more

Happiness is Found in Sincere Worship (Islam)

Posted on September 18th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Following the teaching of Islam and striving to please God is a constant reminder that this life is a transient pause on the way to life everlasting. Islam is more.. read more

Health Benefits of Shallots

Posted on September 17th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Shallot. Photo: joelk75Allium cepa var. aggregatum in the field. Photo: malibu  Some of the impressive health benefits of shallots include their ability to lower cholesterol levels, prevent certain types of cancer, provide anti-fungal, antibacterial,.. read more

Benefits of Pineapple Juice

Posted on September 16th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Pineapple juice is rich in so many vitamins and minerals, so drinking the juice will help you to reach you daily intake of many of these so quickly. As part.. read more

Green Beans Health Benefits

Posted on September 16th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Tender, flexible green beans are a delight of vegetarian lovers for their wholesome nutritional qualities. They are unripe or immature pods obtained from the bean plant belonging to common Fabaceae family, and.. read more

How to Go From Arrogance to Humility? (Islam)

Posted on September 15th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Pride is one affliction of the heart which may be cured by being thankful. We can thank people for things that they do and who they are. Arrogance, envy, stinginess,.. read more

Beetroot health benefits

Posted on September 15th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

Beetroot is a dark red vegetable with an acquired taste which has had a lot of coverage in the news. It has been linked with better stamina, improved blood flood and lower blood pressure… read more

Chinese Spinach (Yin Sai, Edible Amaranth) Benefits and Recipe

Posted on September 14th, 2014 · Posted in Blog, General, Personal

If you are wondering what to cook for tonight’s dinner and looking for a quick and nutritious meal, try Chinese Spinach. Chinese Spinach (bayam merah) with its distinctive red and.. read more