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Sunday 8 September 2013

Halal Rations As The Solution For Many

By Helene Norris


Many campers and several Muslims that join the military need to eat good meals that are still based on their religious beliefs. This meals are known as halal rations in their term. It should be easy, lightweight so that they can carry the meal whenever and wherever. As they can be assigned anywhere, this is basically the solution among these people.

This kind of meal is used especially during times of war, disaster or any humanitarian relief. As Muslims, they have strict laws regarding foods that are proper and permitted. Some of the contents are fruits, vegetables and grains. They mostly have healthier food group which is also part of their culture.

There is no alcohol involved and any meat must be butchered properly according to the traditional rules and regulations. Any coloring, flavoring or processing aid can make the food unclean and not good to eat. They will also be forbidden if an unclean equipment is used or when mixing it with forbidden ingredients.

Many believer that kosher preparation is identical to Muslim rules and guidelines but it is not. The two are different in ways of preparation or in other areas. When having a processed meal, there can be a possibility of mixing alcohol or any other flavorings which may not be applicable among them. The way they kill an animal is also different from that of Muslims. Some kosher ingredients may also forbid the Muslims to eat the food.

There is a solution for all military personnel in the form of a specialized meal called meal ready to eat rations. These are individual meals that are packaged for instant use. They contain snacks, drinks, side dishes and the main course. Not all need to be eaten cold as some package can contain a flameless heater.

If the person choose to heat it, he or she will just boil the water and put in the package for few minutes. They can also sit the container under the sun for thirty minutes or just put it on top of the hot engine for hours. The package is compact making it easy to carry. It can be eaten cold or hot, just choose.

The military people can either have them during combat or in the field. Some backpackers and campers have started applying its usefulness as well. This bundle is used and is greatly applicable when having long journeys as well. Some countries have set rules in preparing the food for their Muslim soldiers. The total bundles is dependent on the total number of people.

In preparing, religious requirements are not forgotten. There is no chance of any forbidden ingredients being mixed into the bundles as they use no preservatives. A military package will usually contain higher calories in order to give the soldiers the nutrition that they need to remain strong and active.

The halal rations are not only for these men as some manufacturers are producing meals with lesser calories for other non soldiers that want to have and eat them. It is greatly useful among them during camping or hiking. These manufacturers are also considering all the religious regulations during preparation.




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