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Halal means 'permissible' in Arabic and is often used in the context of food to refer to anything that is permissible according to Islamic Law.

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In halal slaughter, the animal must be healthy at the time of slaughter and the blood should be fully drained from the veins.

Yes, halal rules apply to meat and animal products - fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds etc. are naturally halal.

The extra costs come from the specific ritual requirements associated with halal preparation and certification process.

Halal gelatin is gelatin made from halal-certified ingredients, typically from the bones and hides of halal-slaughtered animals.

No, foods categorised as haram are strictly forbidden for Muslims.

Non-halal food includes haram food items which are not allowed under Islamic dietary laws. This can include pork, alcohol, carnivorous animals, and more.

Halal food and drinks are those that are free from any component that Muslims are prohibited from consuming according to Islamic law. These include pork or pork by-products, animals that were dead prior to slaughtering, blood and blood by-products etc.

No, halal can apply to anything permissible under Islamic law, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, clothing, and more.

No, alcohol is considered haram, or forbidden, under Islamic law.

Halal certification is done by a credible Islamic organization that examines the ingredients and manufacturing process to ensure they meet halal standards.

Both concepts represent a set of dietary laws, halal for Muslims and kosher for Jews. However, the rules and regulations of each are different.

Yes, in general all sea creatures are considered halal although differences of opinion exist among different Islamic scholars.

Halal foods are not necessarily healthier. The term 'halal' only speaks to the way the food is prepared, not its nutritional content.

Not necessarily. Halal refers to the methods of slaughter and preparation, not how the animal was raised. However, there can be certified organic halal products.