We all know eating healthy and staying fit are what we all need to stay well and strong. Here are ten health and fitness tips from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
- Eat in moderation – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stressed the importance of eating less to prevent sickness and diseases.
- Eat slowly – this will help with the digestion process. Slow eating helps digest food.
- Participate in sports to strengthen our body – sports are perceived as important to gain an healthy body.
- Sleep and salat – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) never deprived himself of sleep or overslept. He also would sleep early so he could spent the last part in salat.
- Share foods – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) told his followers about the benefits of sharing instead of over-indulging in the good things in life.
- Foster a strong community – the Prophet (PBUH) taught the significance of eating together to build a better connection with family and people.
- Fasting – this was a practice that the Prophet (PBUH) did many times during the year not just in Ramadan. There are many benefits of fasting.
- Dental Hygiene – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) always brushed his teeth before and after bed.
- Drink water slowly – we shouldn’t drink water in a gulp like a camel. It is better to drink in small sips.
- Mental health – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught his followers to have a peaceful mind.