Ingredient guides
Learn about common haram and suspicious ingredients, E-numbers, and how Islamic dietary law applies to modern food products.
Colorings
Is carmine (E120) halal?
Carmine is a red food coloring made from crushed insects. It appears in yogurt, juice, candy, and cosmetics. Here's everything you need to know.
March 10, 2025
AdditivesThe Muslim's guide to E-numbers
E-numbers are EU codes for food additives. Some are derived from haram sources. This guide covers which ones to watch out for.
February 1, 2025
IngredientsWhat is gelatin and why is it haram?
Gelatin is one of the most common hidden animal-derived ingredients in processed foods. Here's what it is, where it hides, and how to spot it.
January 15, 2025