An Islamic scholar, Dr Tajudeen Yusuf, has advised Nigerians to avoid junk foods.
The foods, he said, were not good for healthy lifestyle.
Some of these foods, the University of Lagos Associate Professor said, could lead to an increase in heart diseases, cancer, diabetes, kidney failure, arthritis, hypertension.
He spoke during an Online Ramadan Lecture organised by the National Amir of The Companion, Alhaji Thabit Wale Sonaike and his wife, Balqees.
Dr Yusuf, a former Chairman of the Lagos State Pilgrims Muslim Welfare Board (LSPMWB), warned the participants to avoid too much of soft drinks, refined sugar, salt and flour.
According to him, a healthy Muslim is more beneficial in the sight of Allah than a weak one.
He recommended detoxification of their body through regular exercising and things that could make them sweat.
“You need to drink a lot of water and eat vegetables and fruits juices. Fasting periodically helps you maintain a good health. Always eat fibre-rich foods. Be mindful of the quantity of the amount of intake because of constipation. Kindly know that daily bowel movement is a must if good health is our desire,” he said.
Yusuf enjoined the Muslims to incorporate foods and elements that cure diseases and promote health and wellness in their staple.
He said: “Foods that confer health benefits on us include tomato, garlic, ginger and cabbage, therapeutic, nuts, vegetables, fruits and yam. You should avoid animal products as much as possible including all these milks. Make water your best drink. The best liquid you can ever put into your body. Nutritionists recommend at least eight glasses of water daily.”
The host, Alhaji Sonaike thanked Dr Yusuf for the eye-opening sermon.
“The family holds Ramadan lecture every year but due to the outbreak of Coronavirus, we had to explore an online method. Alhamdulillah, it was a successful session,” he said.

By Tajudeen Adebanjo