Tayyib Diet and its Impact on Health

Abstract

Islam emphasises halal and ṭayyib in all spheres of life. The Islamic community's interpretation of the applicability of ṭayyib food remains uncertain. Although most people today only grasp the principles and concerns of halal and haram connected to food, the difficulty is that the food and drinks used by the community may genuinely be halal but are not as ṭayyib as expected. This study explores the notion of ṭayyib food via qualitative research methods, including structured interviews, literature review, and document analysis. The study found that ṭayyib food prioritises healthful foods over unhealthy ones. This research on Islamic perspectives on food indirectly contributes to advances in Islamic knowledge and technological growth, notably in the realm of diet based on the Quran and Sunnah needs. It also contributes to the Islamic community's knowledge of tayyib food, which has a huge influence on improvements in the healthcare system, particularly among Malaysians.