Eating washing powder
Question
Whenever I'm close to my period, my body begins to crave washing powder. Is it permissible to eat?
Answer
No, it is not permissible as the chemical content is harmful and detrimental to the body.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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