Nourishing the Body and Soul
Child’s Nutrition: Nourishing the Body and Soul By Moqheeta Mehboob Food—the first love for many—is not merely a necessity for survival. It is a source of joy, comfort, and togetherness. Sharing meals or feeding loved ones brings immense happiness. For parents, the simple act of watching their child eat well serves as a soothing balm, filling their hearts with a sense of fulfillment and relaxation. In Islam, this act of love holds spiritual significance, as Allah smiles upon the sincere expression of a parent's care. By nourishing their children, parents mirror Allah’s attributes of being the Provider and Sustainer. However, the question arises: Are parents overdoing this act of love? Are they overly fixated on feeding their children "the best," to the extent that they become distraught if a meal is skipped or left unfinished? In this article, we’ll explore how Muslim parents should approach their child’s nutrition, focusing on two key ar...