What is Haram?

The word "Haram" in Arabic represents the opposite of "Halal." It means illicit, impure, unlawful, and forbidden by God according to Islamic jurisprudence. Anything classified as Haram falls outside the limits established by the Holy Quran and Sharia, and is considered harmful to the faith and spiritual life of Muslims.

In the context of food, products, beverages, or ingredients defined as haram are absolutely forbidden for Muslims. This includes, for example, meat that was not slaughtered according to Islamic precepts, meat derived from impure animals, alcoholic beverages, and any substance that compromises spiritual purity.

Consuming Haram items is not only a dietary violation, but also a religious transgression, as it violates obedience to Allah's guidance. Therefore, following a Halal diet and avoiding any Haram products is a commitment of faith and obedience, essential for all practicing Muslims.

According to the Holy Quran, in the 5th surah, verse 3: “Forbidden to you are: carrion, blood, the flesh of swine, and anything that has been sacrificed with the invocation of a name other than God.”

Forbidden to you are dead animals, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which has been dedicated to other than God.

See below the list of products considered Haram, which are therefore prohibited according to Islamic jurisprudence.

• Pigs;
• Animals that have not been slaughtered/beheaded in accordance with Halal standards;
• Dogs and their like;
• Animals that have long tusks (teeth), such as tigers, elephants, monkeys, etc.;
• Predatory birds;
• Pestilent animals such as rats and the like;
• Creatures considered repulsive;
• Insects with the exception of grasshoppers and scale insects;
• Blood;
• Dead animals (Carrion);
• Ethyl alcohol;
• Alcoholic beverages;
• Human beings;
• All ingredients derived from elements mentioned above.