Question: 　　I constantly suffer from a headache, especially when I fast. What could be causing this? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum 　　There are many things that could be causing this constant headache. Migraine or stress could be causes of this. Secondary headaches result from organic problems, like sinuses, teeth problems, eye problems,... More

　　Question: 　　Once while I was fasting, I had my blood sugar level checked and it was 120. Then I started to reduce my sweets and sugar consumption. A few months later I checked it regularly again for a while when I was fasting and two hours after breaking my fast.... More

　　By Nasiha Ahmed 　　Few will dispute the blessings of motherhood. Those who are fortunate enough to actually spend some time at home with their children before returning to work will tell you that they loved witnessing the milestones - first smiles, first steps, first day of school. Those that did... More

　　Question: 　　Since last winter, I have gotten myself into the habit of fasting every Monday and Thursday, acting upon the Sunnah of the Prophet, , and I thank Allah for this great blessing. However, many people criticize me because of an extremely bad odor that emanates from my mouth whenever... More

　　Question: 　　I suffer from excessive gas, and they increase when I fast. What could be the problem, and how do I treat it? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum 　　Many different things could lead to the increase of gases. One of which is having irritable bowel syndrome, which is a common problem that... More

　　By: Michelle Al-Nasr 　　Allah Almighty Says what means: “What comes to you of good is from Allah, but what comes to you of evil, is from yourself.” [Quran 4: 79] 　　For some reason, women’s health is a topic rarely talked about in our communities. Sure, we talk about menstruation and... More

　　Question: 　　I have suffered from gallstones for twenty years and then had them removed a few months ago. Will I be able to fast like normal people? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum honorable sister. 　　You have not mentioned in your question where exactly this gallstone was in your body so that we... More

　　Question: 　　I have no problem fasting. However, as soon as I break my fast and eat or drink anything, I feel uneasy and start vomiting. I have consulted many physicians and have taken different ulcer medications, but to no avail. What can I do? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum respected sister Salmin.... More

　　Question: 　　During the daytime while I am fasting in Ramadan, I produce excessive phlegm, some of which I cannot expel, so it remains stuck in my throat. Is there a solution to this? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum, respected sister. 　　This could be a result of a problem in your respiratory system,... More

　　(Some friendly advice for frazzled new mothers) 　　By: Salma Sanwari 　　Allah Almighty Says what means: "And We have enjoined upon man, to his parents, good treatment. His mother carried him with hardship and gave birth to him with hardship…"[46:15] 　　From that first positive pregnancy test to the special moment you... More

　　Islam calls on people to take care of their health and preserve it, because it is one’s capital investment in this life. The Prophet told us that a strong believer is better and dearer to Allah than a weak believer. The reason for this is that a strong believer will... More

　　Question: 　　After two and a half years of marriage, Allah has blessed me to become pregnant. I am now in my fifth month and have just discovered that I have twins in the same embryo sac and that they share one placenta. They are both healthy now, but the doctor... More

　　Question: 　　Whenever I start eating, my stomach swells, and I get a stomachache when it is empty. What do you advise me to start with when breaking my fast in Ramahdaan? 　　Answer: 　　Assalaamu ‘Alaykum 　　First of all, we must know the reason behind these symptoms. You may be suffering from... More