People use the word "halal" to describe something that is good for you.
People in Islam and the Koran use the word "halal" to mean that something is OK, which means that it is in line with what they do. In Islam, if something is not allowed, it is called haram, which is bad and not good.
There is also halal food that is in line with Islamic teachings and beliefs, which means that it is safe for people to eat.
In order for meat to be considered halal, it must be slaughtered in a specific way. The animal must be cut in the jugular vein, the carotid artery, and the windpipe. It must then be drained of its blood, and then a prayer must be said. A healthy animal should not be stunned before it's cut. This happens in slaughterhouses that are checked to make sure this process is done right.
Then, is veganism OK?
It's hard to say for sure if veganism is halal or not. It's up to each person and their own beliefs. Some Muslims think that if they only eat plants, their diet is halal because they don't eat any animals that haven't been slaughtered the right way. An imam at a Muslim center in Scunthorpe says that veganism doesn't conflict with islamic beliefs and teaching: 'If the question is, is a Muslim doing something wrong and against their religion if they choose to only eat plant-based food?' It doesn't matter what you eat as long as it's "halal" and "tayyub" (Arabic for wholesome and pure). It is both of those things. People who aren't vegans think that going against God by not eating meat is bad. For many families, coming together and having a meal together is very important. For people who don't want to disrupt family mealtimes or disrespect family members by not eating their food, making traditional meals vegan for them can be a big change.
However, if you are a Muslim and want to eat out at a restaurant that doesn't serve halal meat, plant-based meals can help. Having a vegetarian or vegan option for many of your favorite foods makes going out to eat a lot easier. People who live this way don't have to eat meat, but eating plants can still help save the day.ha