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Professor Akim Bouterra's articles on Prophetic Medicine and natural remedies, translated into English.

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Immunity, Infections & Seasons

Natural remedies for viruses and staph infections

Hijama is the first step—see a qualified practitioner familiar with the condition. In a…

Baby & Child

Treatment for head lice

It is recommended to use a tablespoon of vinegar mixed with a teaspoon of olive oil. Then, add a…

Herbs & Natural Supplements

Spirulina

Spirulina is a spiral-shaped algae that has existed for more than three billion years. It contains proteins, vitamins,…

Digestion & Liver

Remedies for irritable bowel syndrome

This problem often starts with stress, so it's important to find remedies for that first. Next, be sure to consume…

Women's Health

Remedies for health problems in menopausal women

After about ten years of menopause, arthritis can develop—camel milk and devil's claw are helpful natural remedies to…

Prophetic Remedies

Eggs

Eggs are an important source of protein, also rich in amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, notably vitamin B2. Ibn…

Prophetic Remedies

The benefits of pomegranate

Allah mentions pomegranate (ar-rumman) in Surah Ar-Rahman. Discover Ibn al-Qayyim's teachings on its three types and…

Prophetic Remedies

The benefits of bananas

Bananas contain three natural sugars: fructose, sucrose, and glucose. Ibn al-Qayyim mentioned the banana tree "at-talh"…

Prophetic Remedies

The cheese "Al-jubn"

Ibn al-Qayyim cited in his book a report from Abdullah Ibn Omar: at Tabuk, cheese was brought to the Prophet ﷺ, who…

Baby & Child

The remedy for a child prone to vomiting, usually at night, and regular diarrhea

First, do a ruqyah for the child in the evening before sleep. Then prepare herbal teas of chamomile and fennel seeds.…

Baby & Child

Remedy for a child who sleeps little, lightly, and wakes at night

First, prepare bottles with fennel seed. Then, massage the child's whole body with olive oil. And finally, have them…

Prophetic Remedies

The benefits of watermelon

Watermelon was a fruit the Prophet ate often. It holds a special place since it prevents dehydration, especially during…