15 March 2023

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Ramadan is just around the corner, we can easily see dates (kurma) being sold in the market. Dates commonly taste sweet, it is a type of tropical fruit which can be usually found in the Islamic world. Dates have long been used in different religious ceremonies and various festive celebrations.


During Ramadan, Muslims will fast for a whole day until the breaking of their fast at night. In the same month, dates are usually taken as a snack before breaking fast because it contains high energy and nutrients, which could help the human body to replenish the energy needed. Besides that, during important events like Hari Raya Haji, dates are also given as presents to friends and family.


Dates are often taken as a food that provides cooling purpose. Therefore, during the summer season with hot weather, Muslims would eat dates to combat the body heat and thirstiness.

In conclusion, dates are a very popular food in the Muslim community. Not only because of its abundance in nutrients, it is also due to the important roles it has been playing in the Islamic cultures and traditions.


Other than dates, PhytoFairy also recommends Phyto Chlorophyll and PhytoNutri.

Phyto Chlorophyll - provides a cooling sensation, is able to quench your thirst and help you keep your breath fresh.

PhytoNutri - comes with 21 types of legumes and whole grains, is able to help to fulfil your protein and nutritional needs.

These products are both halal certified, very suitable for giving as gifts to our Malay friends! PhytoFairy wishes all Muslims a blessed and peaceful Ramadan!