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Monday 25 April 2016

Kosher Meals Are The New Ticket To Good Health

By Dorothy Fisher


Health and fitness has taken off so much in the last few years that billions are spent every year for research and product development. Everyone wants to know how they can improve their health levels, boost their metabolism and lower their cholesterol levels, all on a satisfying meal plan and without sacrificing taste. Luckily for you, kosher meals can accomplish all of that while teaching you a thing or two about the strict guidelines that the Jewish population lives by.

The actual term refers to the guidelines and rules that govern the biblical law of food that can be eaten by Jewish people. This also contains the information pertinent to explain the correct ways of preparing the food so that the Jewish people can eat it without transgressing the boundaries of their religion. It explains the foods that are permitted, and lists those that are forbidden for consumption.

The holy book of Jewish religion only allows animals who eat from the plants on the ground and have definitive hooves. Due to these characteristics, rabbits, pigs, camels and the hyrax are forbidden for consumption according to the guidelines. Birds of prey are also forbidden, and water birds that consume fish are forbidden for consumption.

Any fish species that live in a body of water and have both scales and fins are allowed to be eaten. There are a couple of locust species which are also allowed, and also, the beetle, and grasshoppers. All other flying or creeping insects are forbidden for the Jewish people.

Certain animals are banned from consumption, and their meat is considered unlawful to be consumed. Besides this distinction, the food products that are derived from animals are also considered to be unfit for consumption. This means that milk from these animals is also considered to be unlawful, and any products made from this milk, such as cheese or yogurt, will automatically become unlawful.

Most Jewish laws prohibit the consumption of food that is prepared by non-Jews, due to their stance that idolaters are not permitted to prepare traditional food. The exception to this is any baked product that has been prepared by people of another faith, such as bread, cakes and miscellaneous baked goods. Some modern Jews are of the strong opinion that Christians are not idolaters, and therefore the food prepared by them would not be considered unlawful.

Gelatin is another topic that is rife with opposing views, as some scholars state that because it is of questionable animal origin, it is considered unlawful. Others state that because the structure of the animal product has been chemically altered into something that no longer resembles its origin, it is lawful for consumption. Whatever the case may be, there are many other substitutes for the gelatin that can be used as a binding agent.

This is a definitive and comprehensive guide to healthy and sustainable living. Follow these guidelines consistently, and eat the right type of meals to see and feel the difference in your health.




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