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Summary of dietary regulations

Rule of Thumb

In Islam, every thing is permitted (Halal) to consume except “A B C D I S” which are prohibited (Haram). 
These are:

A:       Alcohol and drugs
B:       Blood (Flowing or congealed)
C:       Carnivorous animals and birds of prey
D:       Dead animals / birds (that died of itself or died before slaughter.)
I:         Immolated food
S:       Swine and its by-products.

Quick Guide

Haram/Avoid - These are ingredients that are unquestionably Haram (prohibited). Examples are lard, which is 100% pork fat, or gin, which is an alcoholic beverage. 

Mashbooh / Doubtful (Source unknown) - These are ingredients that are likely made from non-Halal sources unless one is sure about the origin