How to Be Healthy,Happy & Wealthy?

WORKSHOP : BEKAM TOREHAN /SAYATAN

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BENGKEL BEKAM MENGGUNAKAN PISAU
TENAGA PENGAJAR PAKAR DARI PADANG, INDONESIA

Di dalam workshop ini, kami akan berkongsi
1. Teknik yang betul membuat Bekam Sayatan - menggunakan pisau / surgical blade
2. Perkara-perkara yang perlu dilakukan untuk menjaga "hygiene" pesakit dan keadaan sterile peralatan bekam.
3. Bagaimana meningkatkan prestasi sebagai seorang pembekam.

Workshop ini sesuai bagi yang baru mahu belajar tentang bekam permulaan (beginner) dan juga advanced.

Masa workshop :9 pagi -4 petang
Tarikh : 3 DISEMBER 2011, (SABTU)

Tempat : 58-1, Jln Lagenda Suria 3, Taman Lagenda Suria, Bt. 12 Hulu Langat, Selangor.

Yuran : RM180
(Peserta akan dibekalkan pisau, pemegang pisau untuk dibawa pulang. Cup bekam boleh dibeli semasa atau selepas workshop dijalankan.)

PESERTA BERBAYAR YANG MENDAFTAR SEBELUM 18HB NOVEMBER, AKAN DIBERIKAN DISKAUN 10%.

Sila hubungi Pn Kaiyisah : 012 335 6005 atau Hj Ramly 013 3713500 atau Cik Syifa 019 2299767 untuk mendaftar dengan segera.

BRONCHITIS

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Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways of the lung, mainly caused by viral or bacterial infection. The symptoms of bronchitis are severe cough with green or yellow phlegm, shortness of breath and wheezing.

For this, you can try licking honey on an empty stomach,as it helps to cleanse phlegm from your body and remove dangerous substance from your stomach. Honey is also good for your liver and kidneys.

When I was young my mother used to steam eggs to be eaten with congee / moey. It somehow created a pleasant feeling after taking the moey (rice with water). You can make this food therapy by taking an egg and add a half cup of water and a tablespoon of honey. Beat the mixture well and steam for five minutes in a bowl.

In addition to that, you can also drink Minuman Herba which is available in sachets. Minuman Herba consists of Hydrocoytle Asiatica, which can be purchased at RM20 per 35 sachets. Put a sachet of MH in a cup and add some warm water , almost to the brim. Let it sit for 20 minutes. Before drinking it, add 3 drops of honey and stir well.

Al Quran , Surah 16 - AL-NAHL (The Bee)
Revealed about 1432 years ago.
16:68
And your Lord taught the Bee to build its cells in hills, on trees, and in (men's) habitations;
16:69
Then to eat of all the produce (of the earth), and find with skill the spacious paths of its Lord: there issues from within their bodies a drink of varying colours, wherein is healing for men: verily in this is a Sign for those who give thought.
16:70
It is Allah Who creates you and takes your soul at death; and of you there are some who are sent back to a feeble age, so that they know nothing after having known (much): for Allah is All -knowing, All-powerful.

Easy Sambal Udang Petai

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Sometimes we crave for certain food and want to eat it as soon as possible. It is easy if we have some ingredients readily available in the refrigerator. Today, I will share with you my healthy version of sambal udang petai which taste and smell good ( to my children, anyway). I am one who do not have the time to properly weigh my ingredients but just chuck them in and improvise accordingly.

Ingredients:
1 onion / big shallot
1 lobe of garlic
3-5 pieces of red chillies / dried chillies (depending on how spicy you want it to be)
a teaspoon of belacan
a cup of water

Put the ingredients above in a blender and press away.

Pour the finely blended ingredients into a pan and let it boil.
Then after it simmers, add the following:

a small handful of petai (slice into 2 pieces)
10-15 pieces of prawns (take out the veins and head)
Add assam keping or 1/2 cup of tamarind juice.
To make it smell better, add some kaffir lime leaves / daun limau purut.
Remember to add salt for taste and about 2 spoons of brown sugar.

Let it simmer for a few more minutes and it's ready! You can eat it with rice if it is soupy or bread if it is thick.

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What is more pleasurable?

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Pleasure is a subjective word.
To my opinion, eating is pleasurable. Breathing is much more pleasurable. Just ask those lungs / asthma patients. What would they give to be able to breathe properly. Similarly, to be able to pass motion is another pleasure that we often overlooked. What is being kept inside in not healthy. What is supposed to be discarded by the body system, gets stuck in between and ended up becoming toxins to the body.

"Behold! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the alternation of night and day - there are indeed Signs for men of understanding" Al Quran : Surah Ali Imran 3 : 190

When we we get sick, it signals that our body cannot cope with the amount of work it has to do. Overeating, over indulging. At times we love the sweet and the aromatic, we forget to take in the goodness of plain mineral water. Of which, we need between 2 to 2.5 litres a day.

Acupuncture can also assist in getting the systems on the go, to work optimally. Primarily, the meridian point of LI4 could be used but it would not be suitable for pregnant women.

Kuala Lumpur to Bandung

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I just came back today after spending 5 days in Bandung. She remains pretty much the place for a cool holiday since I was last in Bandung in 2008.

The cool air makes learning very condusive, as people are always fresh. There is no need for air-conditioning or fan where I was.

Having been invited to BRC, I took an early flight to Bandung on the 14th October, reaching there in the evening. As the time in Bandung is one hour behind Malaysia, at 6.30PM, it was already dark. It was also because of the rainy season in Bandung.

The early morning was filled with a live radio interview on MQ FM. Listerners called in after listening to our chat on beauty facial acupuncture. After finishing the radio interview, I was chauffeur driven to BRC to conduct a course on Beauty Facial Acupuncture - aptly named Botok Akupuntur.The theory part was done in the morning and continued after lunch. then came the practical part where everyone paticipating were eager to try on their friends' place. That was the fun part. After that, 2 participants stood up to to share their comments and experience that day. Alhamdullilah, I received many positive comments as they are happy to learn what they have not learnt aforehand.

Facial acupuncture leaves the face feeling tight and the fine lines can be smoothen over a few sessions of acupunture. The natural effects could last for a month depending on one's lifestyles. For those wishing to look more radiant, they can try acupunture every week. Minimumly, at a space of 3 days.

Facial Acupuncture

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Today, we had an acupuncture course on the beauty series. It was about facial acupuncture to get a facelift effect without having to resort to injections or minor surgeries.

My students learnt about the basic introduction and concepts about acupuncture in the first part of the day. Facial acupuncture points were introduced and videos were shown to further enhance their knowledge.The latter part of the day was spent practising what they had learnt.

Puan Atikah, a 59 year old participant commented "I did not feel any pain at all when the needles were inserted. I felt relaxed and refreshed."

We smoothered the face with Minyak But But, a herbal ointment before inserting the needles. It has antiseptic qualities and heals wound quickly (you can purchase it from us at only RM10 a bottle, exclusive of postage) .

Another participant En. Abdul Malek was at first apprehensive about doing the practical part. He was all for it when the needles were inserted onto him. When we gave assurances to En. Abdul Malek that we will guide him along the steps, he was willing to give it a try.

After that, En Abdul Malek have this to say, "Well, I didn't think I could do acupuncture, inserting the needles and all, but now I could!

Acupuncture is not hard to learn or practise..it takes patience and time to be good at it. Do join our next acupunture course in May,2010. It will be about slimming the beer belly / the stomach area.

TEXT to 012 335 6005 or email to kaiyisah@yahoo.com . Do your booking early, as this is a popular course.

Details :

Date : 5th December 2010 (Sunday)
Time : 9:30AM - Registration
Course begins at 10:00AM and ends at 2.30PM
Fee : RM50
(inclusive of tea break and notes)
Needles can be purchased at RM5 a pack - 10 needles.
Venue : Tuhfah Resources
3-2, Jalan PGN 1A/1, Pinggiran Batu Caves, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor.

Limited to 15 seats only.

Your Palm Holds Many Secrets

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When you extend your palm for a handshake, you can actually be analysed in a few seconds. For the trained eye, a person's health indicator is shown on the palm itself.

Put aside palmistry or star reading...our health diagnosis can really help you to detect your body's weakness 3% in advance. When we learn about palm reading with regards to health indication, we can actually help ourselves. We can avoid agravating our health by taking the right food and do the necessary before we have to fork out thousands of Ringgit for a surgery.

For example, your palm may be sweaty and wet, that already show that there is something not normal with your imunity system and it can lead to worse scenario. Your finger nails can show if your body's hormone is imbalaced or your heart is in trouble (literally).

If you would like to learn more, do join our class. Our address : 3-2 Jalan PGN 1A/1, Pinggiran Batu Caves, 68100 Batu Caves. You can search for Tuhfah Resources in wikimapia.

Fee : RM150 per person.
Duration : 6 hours only.

My Gastronomic Engagements

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My last trip up to the North was filled with a few objectives. First, to be in Alor Setar for Eid Adha celebrations with my Mom in law (i am daughter out of law, hee hee!). Second, while driving up, we will stop by to savour the food at the newly opened RADIX PIZZA!

We woke up early and pushed off from home on a Thursday morning. While getting out of our area, hubby stopped to fill in the petrol. Next stop at HPA Branch, to buy some supplies like Radix Cola, IMT Drinks, Spirulina, Kacang Potong ( a mix of nuts and brown sugar, i think) - all for the road. It took us about 4 hours from Jalan Duta toll to Kedah. Enroute, I redirected the driver (my hubby) to Sg. Petani Utara. As we all hungry, the only place I could think of, to have lunch is at RADIX PIZZA HOUSE of course.

There are an array of food on our table - Chicken Soup of the day, Radix Chicken Supreme, Radix Hawaiian Pizza, Radix Spaggeti Bolognaise and Seafood Fettucini. Savoured to the last bite. Top it all off with Radix Chocolate Float. Yummy!

The trip lasted for a few days, on the second last day of our stay, we took the family to Perlis, to see some snakes at the Taman Ular (Snake Garden). All sorts of live snake species and some other mammals.

After educational walk, our tummies were growling again, this time we looked for Radix Chicken House.

After searching high and low, at last we found the outlet and quickly ordered chicken rice meals for 15 pax!

After quickly finishing off the late lunch, we took a trip to Rimba Herba Perlis, unfortunately, we could not get in as it was closed. However, we just got to pose for a picture outside its gate. Enroute is a grape plantation?

My little daughter who is 4 years old, developed a fever because of the heat and being on the road for a few days. I quickly gave her IMT DRINK from HPA, to cool her fever and in the evening, she was alright again. Whenever one of my family members started to have sore throat, I would resort to IMT Drink. It restores the balance in the body's temperature and at the same time works well on the lympathic system. The cost ? RM3.50!

All well ends well. Alhamdullilah, we got home safely after spending 4 days away from home.

Halal Water Filter & Dew Cartridge

2010-01-17T23:30:00.001+08:00

Good news! THERE IS A HALAL water filter in the market. At last! Marketed by HPA Industries Sdn Bhd, the end user price is just RM900.

It is amazing, for that low price in the market, the water quality is good and taste delicious.

The filter only requires a minimum of one cartridge per year, at a cost of RM98 ONLY! Compare that to most water filters in the MLM market. Normally, the price ranges from RM2000 to RM3000.

As the water's PH reading is almost 10, it assist in improving health for different types of illnesses such as joint pain, cancerous cells, high blood pressure, diabetes, gall bladder stones, ghout, neutralising body acidity,, etcetera.

It is basically maintenance free and economical as it does not require electricity.
The Dew Filter has undergone SIRIM labotary testing.

Good quality and economical, safe and HALAL (no animal bones).

Order one today at RM900 only. Contact Kaiyisah 012-335 6005.
Email to kaiyisah@yahoo.com

Household Chemicals altering Masculinity

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Can These Household Chemicals Crush Your Son’s Masculinity?

Posted by: Dr. Mercola
December 19 2009 | 103,936 views

Elevated levels of two plastic-softening chemicals in pregnant women's urine are linked to less-masculine play behavior by their sons several years later, according to a study published in the International Journal of Andrology. Phthalates, which are used in everything from vinyl floors to plastic tubing and soaps and lotions, are pervasive in the environment and have increasingly become associated with changes in development of the male brain as well as with genital defects, metabolic abnormalities and reduced testosterone in babies and adults.

A team of U.S. and British researchers posed a standard play questionnaire to the parents of 145 preschool-age children. Then they ranked the types of play on a scale from most masculine (such as play fighting or using trucks) to most feminine.
An effect was identified among the sons of women with higher concentrations of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) in their prenatal urine. On average, those boys scored 8 percent further away from the masculine end of the scale than other boys.

Sources:

The Washington Post November 24, 2009

International Journal of Andrology November 16, 2009 [Epub Ahead of Print]

Phthalates are one of several groups of chemicals that have the power to disrupt the endocrine system, both in animals and humans. Nicknamed “gender-benders,” these chemicals are causing the males in many species to become feminized.

Are Men Becoming an Endangered Species?

According to a report issued by ChemTrust last year, HALF of all male fish in British lowland rivers have been found to grow eggs in their testes! And that’s just one eye-opening example of the impact these gender bender chemicals are having on our environment.
Their study lists the symptoms found in each of the numerous species tested, which includes testicular cancer, hermaphrodites, genital deformations, low sperm counts, and infertility.
Numerous other studies over the past eight years confirm that similar dangers are posed to human health, and males are particularly at risk.
Decreased sperm motility and concentration, as well as genital abnormalities in baby boys have been linked to these chemicals.
The fact that endocrine disruptors like phthalates affect the reproductive system in nearly all mammals is becoming rather well known, although governments and public health- and safety organizations are slow to respond.

Why Pregnant Women Need to Become More Health Conscious

Two studies published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives in 2003 found that pregnant women who are exposed to phthalates may be at risk of shortened pregnancy. Women who were exposed to the chemicals gave birth more than one week earlier than women who were not exposed to them.
Although it’s not clear exactly how phthalates impact the developing fetus, it’s believed they may play a role in inducing an intrauterine inflammatory process, which is a well-established risk factor for premature birth.
In addition, the more a pregnant woman is exposed to high levels of phthalates, the greater the risk her son will have smaller genitals and incomplete testicular descent, leading to impaired reproductive development. The chemical also appears to make the overall genital tracts of boys slightly more feminine.
It is believed that phthalates have these adverse effects because they reduce testosterone synthesis by interfering with an enzyme needed to produce the male hormone. This raises yet another worry: What if they also alter other biological processes dependent on this hormone? Why wouldn’t they?
This latest study adds to the growing body of evidence showing the harmful effects these chemicals have on males in particular.
Women who had higher concentrations of two types of phthalates (DEHP, and DBP) also had boys who appeared more feminized in their personality, while playing.
The presence of phthalates in the mothers was not associated with any differences in the girls’ play behavior. However, that is NOT an indication that phthalates are “safe” for women.
They also affect women’s endocrine systems and reproductive health although the effects are different between the genders.
The glands of your endocrine system and the hormones they release influence almost every cell, organ, and function of your body. It is instrumental in regulating mood, growth and development, tissue function, metabolism, as well as sexual function and reproductive processes.
One indication that this is an issue for both male and female is that infertility is on the rise. Girls are also reaching puberty earlier than ever before.
Bovine growth hormones used in food production, soy foods, and bisphenol-A (BPA), just to name a few, add to the problem as they also mimic estrogen and disrupt your endocrine system.
Other studies have linked the chemical to thyroid problems in both women and men, and researchers have also suggested a link between phthalates and illnesses like allergies, asthma, and contact dermatitis, all of which are on the rise in children.

Common Sources of Phthalates

Phthalates, or “plasticizers,” are a group of industrial chemicals used to make plastics like polyvinyl chloride (PVC) more flexible and resilient. They’re one of the most pervasive of the endocrine disrupters.
Phthalates are found in, among other things:
Processed food packaging
Hoses
Raincoats
Shower curtains
Vinyl flooring and wall coverings
Lubricant and adhesives
Detergents
Beauty products like nail polish, hair spray, shampoo, deodorants, and fragrances
Toys

Other Gender-Bender Chemicals to Watch Out For

Endocrine disrupting chemicals are everywhere these days and can be difficult to avoid unless you take decisive steps to limit or eliminate them from your immediate surroundings. This is particularly important if you are pregnant, or planning a pregnancy.
Reading labels is a necessity these days. PVC plastics, which contain phthalates, will oftentimes carry the plastic recycling symbol # 3.
Some of the other gender-bender agents to look out for include:
Bisphenol A (BPA) -- a common ingredient in many plastics, including those in reusable water bottles and resins lining some food cans and dental sealants, can change the course of fetal development in a way that increases your risk of breast cancer.

Plastic items carrying recycling symbol # 7 is oftentimes indicative of a BPA-containing plastic.
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) -- found in grease- and water-resistant coatings like Teflon and Gore-Tex, is a likely carcinogen.
Methoxychlor and Vinclozin-- An insecticide and a fungicide respectively, have been found to cause changes to male mice born for as many as four subsequent generations after the initial exposure.
Nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs) -- Known to be potent endocrine disrupters, these chemicals affect gene expression by turning on or off certain genes, and interfere with the way your glandular system works. They mimic the female hormone estrogen, and have been implicated as one reason behind some marine species switching from male to female.
Bovine growth hormones commonly added to commercial dairy have been implicated as a contributor to premature adolescence.
Soy products, which are loaded with hormone-like substances.

MSG -- A food additive that’s been linked to reduced fertility.
Fluoride -- This chemical in the U.S. water supply has been linked to lower fertility rates, hormone disruption and low sperm counts.
For more information about the various health hazards inherent with each of these agents, please click on the individual links above.

How to Minimize Your Exposure to Chemicals That Can Harm Your Unborn Baby

In July 2008, the U.S. Congress finally passed legislation banning six types of phthalates from children’s toys and cosmetics. Legislators in Washington, Vermont and California have also restricted phthalate use in children’s goods, and several major retailers, including Wal-Mart, Toys-R-Us, Lego, Evenflo and Gerber claim they will phase out phthalate-laden toys voluntarily.
Yet, so many more products contain endocrine disruptors of varying types, it’s far easier to memorize the healthiest options, rather than compiling a never-ending list of items to avoid.
Here are a number of practical techniques you can use to limit your exposure to endocrine disruptors, and other common toxins:
As much as possible, buy and eat organic produce and free-range, organic foods to reduce your exposure to pesticides and fertilizers.
Rather than eating conventional or farm-raised fish, which are often heavily contaminated with PCBs and mercury, supplement with a high-quality purified fish or krill oil, or eat fish that is wild-caught and lab tested for purity.
Eat mostly raw, fresh foods, steering clear of processed, prepackaged foods of all kinds. This way you automatically avoid artificial food additives of all kinds, including dangerous artificial sweeteners, food coloring and MSG.
Store your food and beverages in glass rather than plastic, and avoid using plastic wrap.
Have your tap water tested and, if contaminants are found, install an appropriate water filter on all your faucets (even those in your shower or bath).
Only use natural cleaning products in your home.
Switch over to natural brands of toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste, antiperspirants and cosmetics. The Environmental Working Group has a great safety guide to help you find personal care products that are free of phthalates and other potentially dangerous chemicals.
Avoid using artificial air fresheners, dryer sheets, fabric softeners or other synthetic fragrances.
Replace your Teflon pots and pans with ceramic or glass cookware.
When redoing your home, look for “green,” toxin-free alternatives in lieu of regular paint and vinyl floor coverings.
Replace your vinyl shower curtain with one made of fabric.

HALAL OR NON HALAL?

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ONE morning I was listening to the radio in my car, about people wanting to boycott buying chicken because
of the high price increase. Talking about purchasing power and the food we had today, it all boils down to
making choices. This reminds me of a story and it goes like this.

You are stranded in the desert one day, and you have been wandering about, without food and water for 2
days. You are very thirsty and hungry. Suddenly, you hear, PIM POM! PIM POM! PIM POM! A man appears with a push cart selling beverage and food. You ran out to him, with relief and when you came near, you realized he was selling Pork kebab, stewed pork ribs, whisky, beer and vodka. PIM POM! PIM POM! “Pork Kebab, One Hundred Dollars! Whisky Fifty Dollars!” bellowed the
man. PIM POM! PIM POM!

Then you thought, ‘Oh well, it’s ‘Dharurat’ (emergency). I better have some to survive this desert.’ You could afford it because you have lots of money. Then you paid the man and started drinking and
eating with relish because you were very thirsty and very hungry. “Mmm, this IS DELICIOUS” you said to
yourself.

As you are into your third bite of the Pork Kebab, you hear another familiar sound. PIM POM! PIM POM! PIM POM! There comes another man selling his wares. He hollered “Halal Chicken, One Hundred Dollars! Halal Mineral Water Fifty Dollars!”.

Now what would you do? Would you throw away the Pork Kebab that is yummy and
tender? And besides, “I’ve paid One Hundred and Fifty Dollars for this…..no way I’m going to throw this
away?!”

Or would you choose the alternative, the Halal Chicken?

Now, the same dilemma goes for the Muslim Muamalah.Sometimes we eat in an eatery that proclaimed itself
halal, but at the same time serves liquor. We know the food is manufactured by non-Muslim entity but we keep on buying, because it is cheaper. We go to non Islamic bank because the loans are more attractive. As
Muslims, we are given the task by Allah to choose. To solat on time, or solat at the end of time, between
halal or syubhah, good or bad, Islamic or conventional.

Therefore, it is really up to us to make the choice.We have the purchasing power and rights as Muslims.

Let us find strength and the spirit to stand up for our rights.

HERE, I am inviting you to join us a member of HPA, to inculcate the awareness of halal and haram. By using HPA products, you will be part of a team that strives to be Allah's best servants, in the hope of entering Jannah (paradise).

Please allow us to assist you in your ‘Hijrah’.

Contact Kai at 012-335 6005 (CELCOM) or email kaiyisah@yahoo.com

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Berdiri di atas kebenaran adalah lebih baik dari bersembunyi di belakang bayang-bayang sendiri.

Perkara yang patut mudah diselesaikan akan menjadi sukar jika kita berbohong. Satu pembohongan akan membawa kepada penambahan lagi satu pembohongan untuk menutup pembohongan yang pertama itu.

Akhirnya kita sendiri yang akan tertekan kerana terpaksa cuba mengingati perkara yang dipalsukan dan terpaksa hidup dalam pembohongan. Kita akan sentiasa berasa takut dan gelisah kerana bimbang akan kebongkaran rahsia kita.

Suatu hari, apabila terbongkarnya rahsia kita itu, bayangkanlah betapa malunya kita pada masa itu. Bolehkah kita mengangkat kepala kita lagi?

Oleh itu, selalu bercakap benar.

Be happy, be healthy, be wealthy.

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2009-10-13T22:59:00.000+08:00

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Expedition to Pulau Harapan

2009-10-01T22:08:00.008+08:00

I am going off on to an expedition to Pulau Harapan (isle of hope), one of Pulau Langkawi's famous 99 islands. This will not be my first trip on an expedition, but it will be my maiden trip with HPA's Kelab Kembara (Traveller's Club).

It's going to be great because I'll get to learn more about herbs with Tn Hj Ismail Ahmad, the Managing Director of HPA Industries Sdn Bhd. I'll get to camp out and will perhaps do a few rounds of cupping (al hijammah, not ho!ho!ho!) with the members of the newly found club.

The isle is 5KM to the south of Langkawi and it is mostly mountainous. I have been told to bring my own 'accommodation' - which are my tent, my sleeping bag and my sleeping mat. Let's not forget the waterproof prayer mat and my prayer apparrel. Being a woman, a bag is simply not enough. I have been further told to bring along a copy of the interpretations of the Holy Quran. I think we might have some group study to do around the camp fire.

I am also to bring a camera as there will be a 'shooting' competition. A prize will be given to the winner of the best picture taken. I think I will leave out my vanity case as I will only rough it out for a night albeit the long journey from Kuala Lumpur to Perlis by bus. I won't want the boat to sink from too heavy and bulky bagpack!

Oh, I am to hang my compass around my neck, just in case I get side tracked. Want to join me, anyone?

Foundation of Good Health Lies in Your Digestive System

2009-09-13T15:02:00.009+08:00

A few days ago, in the holy month of Ramadhan, I was purging from 11AM up to after Isyak (the late evening prayer). Every few minutes, I would hurry to the toilet. At times, I did not even make it to the toilet. I lied down in bed, the whole day. Any slightest bowel movement would see me rushing off like a squirrel!

It could have been the food that I had bought the previous night at the bazaar. It was heated and eaten for Sahur (is taken before the beginning of Fajr. Zaid bin Thaabit said, ‘We took the Sahoor with the Prophet. Then he stood for prayer.' Anas asked, ‘What was the interval between the Sahoor and the Adhaan?’ He replied, ‘The interval was sufficient to recite fifty verses of the Qur’aan.’ (saheeh of bukhaari)).

It could be due to unhygienic preparation or bad ingredients. However, as I went on purging, I did not break my fast. Even when I did, I purposely did not want to take any medication to stop the purging. I broke my fast during Maghrib with dates / kurma and took plenty of mineral water.

Why I had not wanted to stop the purging? It is because my body system was trying to cleanse itself of the poison and bacteria that had overtaken my stomach. Stopping it would mean stopping the cleansing process.

A simple herbal tea from HPA did calm down my stomach. If you are purging, do not eat, as eating would add the load to your stomach. Drink plenty of liquid or mineral water, you may add a pinch of edible rock salt to a bottle of 600ml of water.

"In our daily lives,many people experience gastrointestinal discomfort for so long, they eventually adjust to it. Some feel their digestive system’s poor function is normal.
Nothing could be further from the truth.
Your foundation of good health lies in proper digestive function. Assimilation of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and essential fatty acids from the foods you eat is essential for you to stay healthy.
If you are unable to digest and absorb crucial nutrients, your overall health will suffer… not just your gastrointestinal system.
In fact, you may not know that the majority of your immune system lies within your intestinal lining. The bottom line… your gastrointestinal tract is your first line of defense against invading pathogens, parasites, and infections." excerpt from Dr. Mercola.

Therefore, do not accept digestive discomfort and treat it as normal. Get to know more of your body system. InsyaAllah, Tuhfah Resources will be holding a 2 day seminar on "Getting to know your body system". That will be in another write up soon.

HPA HERBAL TEA contains 35 sachets , RM20. Delivery RM4 for Peninsula Malaysia. Good for cooling the body system, overcoming diabetes, high blood pressure, decreasing uric acid, stopping headache due to migrain and cleansing the body system naturally. Prevents cardiovascular problems. Good for women with menopousal symptoms and osteoporosis. Made of Hydrocotyle asiatica.

Are You Still Brushing Your Teeth With Flouride Toothpaste?

2009-09-02T00:43:00.002+08:00

Many of us have been brought up with the idea that flourides are good for the teeth. It supposedly prevent tooth decay.

Well, research have been done by US doctors. Are you still using flouride based tooth paste?
If you are, do take note of the not so pleasant side effects of flouride:

a) Accumulates in your bones, causing them to be brittle and easily fractured

b) Inactivates some of your enzyme systems

c) Disrupts your immune system, causing it to attack normal working tissues in your body

d) Accelerates your aging process

e) Causes cellular and genetic damage

f) Damages your tooth enamel by hardening the outer surface

The news get worse, when flouride is also added to drinking water in some countries to reduce cavities.. but as a result,

First, fluoride is one of the most toxic substances on earth, on par with arsenic and lead. It has no proven biological use inside the human body (teeth included). There is no minimum daily requirement for fluoride. And second, it is a cumulative poison. Only about half of what we consume is excreted.

The other half collects in the teeth and bones, making them dense, but brittle. Those little white spots visible on the teeth of many children are called dental fluorosis, a condition which not only predisposes them to decay, but also provides a sign that systemic fluoride poisoning is taking place. Dental fluorosis appears to serve as a red flag for future bone fractures as well.

The neurotoxic nature of fluoride is also linked to motor dysfunction, IQ deficits and learning disabilities. In the year 2000, a group of Boston physicians concluded:

"Studies in animals and human populations suggest that fluoride exposure, at levels that are experienced by a significant proportion of the population whose drinking water is fluoridated, may have adverse impacts on the developing brain."

excerpts from www.worldwidehealth.com

Please search for more of these flouride poisons by Google.

TODAY, HPA have provided an alternative. We have for you a HERBAL tooth paste, consisting of Azadirachta indica , Eugenia caryphyllata. This all natural toothpaste do not contain gelatine and Dicalcium Phosphate (animal bone ash).

HPA Herbal Toothpaste will keep your breath fresh, your gum healthier and your teeth shiny and strong. Best of all, it is HALAL.

This product is sold in a 200gm tube. RM6 WM/RM7 EM. Order now via kaiyisah@yahoo.com or sms 012-335 6005. Delivery charges of RM4 (minimum 2 tubes)

Treating H1N1

2009-08-14T16:38:00.002+08:00

My opinion is to train everyone to boost up their body's immunity. Many have found the cure but have remained quiet about it. Whilst many have also given some sound advice. We could all save the country billions of Ringgit and use them to pay the country's debt instead.

Below are some traditional preparation according to JawiMedHerb to treat the swine flu. However,H1N1 virus is serious and would be advisable to seek a doctor's consultation.

1. IMT - 3 capsules, to be taken at an interval of 2 hours( 3 x 6)
2. Roselle tea - (to drink continuously) - till you finish up a box.
3. Spirulina - to be taken at an interval of 2 hours till you finish a bottle.
4. EQ Minda - to drink till you gain your health.
5. During fever and increasingly feverish, bathe with the leaves of bunga cina.

If you are looking to prevent it from happening to you or your family,
do take Kopi Radix, Roselle kapsul and Spirulina as your daily food and beverage consumption. Do stay away from all the fried stuff and stuffy places.

With love from a Herbalist

Bersedekah

2009-08-01T13:56:00.002+08:00

Bersedekahlah. Biar berkurangan di bank dunia tetapi penuh sahamnya di akhirat. InsyaAllah!

Seringkali terdengar di radio ungkapan2 sebegini. Setiap kali mendengar maka terdetik hati ingin bersedekah. Kesibukkan sehari-hari menjadikan diri itu alpa. Lupa pada nikmat yang bakal dikecapi di syurga.

Siapa yang tidak mahu masuk ke syurga? Tentu sahaja semua mengimpikan keindahan syurga,ganjaran dari Allah jika kita lulus ujian di dunia ini.

Tatkala ingin bersedekah, syaitan pula membisik, nafsu menghalang, kata mereka "Tak perlulah sedekah, orang itu cuma berpura-pura meminta sedekah","berilah 20 sen sahaja, sudah memadai".

Tapi diri itu sentiasa mahu berjuang kerana sering diperingatkan di kuliah, di radio, di tausiyah, ta'alim rakan2 dari internet. Alhamdullilah. Syukran atas usaha semua yang saling ingat memperingati.

(Lihat artikel lain dalam blog ini berkenaan kelebihan bersedekah, dalam English)

Did I Digress?

2009-07-13T22:21:00.007+08:00

Looking at the title of my blog on How to be Happy, Healthy and Wealthy, I seemed to have digressed from the main title of my blog.

Over the span of time, I wrote about being healthy to treating foot pain,to lessons on accupunture and cupping, business coaching and lastly my series on Halal Food and its promotion.

Hmmm..did I really digress? I have hoped that what I wrote were and still are beneficial to those who have read them. My opinion is that everything in our life is interconnected. Being happy leads one to be healthy. Being healthy will enable a person to go on his life's mission..which is to be wealthy in whatever he/she so chooses. It may be wealth of money, or wealth of knowledge or have a wealth of great friends and family.

To maintain one's happiness, the body has got to work hard. The nourishment that it receives play an important role. That is why, taking the right food and the right amount will lead to a happy and healthy body and MIND. For Muslims, we believe in the commandments of the Creator, Allah. Allah commanded us to take in only food which is pure and clean. By obeying the commands of Allah, the body, mind and soul get its nourishment to perform the daily duties efficiently.

HALAL AUTHENTIC CONSUMER PRODUCTS

2009-07-04T15:24:00.001+08:00

Halal, Fresh, Organic Chicken
RM19 per bird
Member price : RM15Also available, fish ball, fish cake, fish burgers, organic mutton and beef

WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT FOR A MUSLIM TO STRICTLY CONSUME HALAL?

2009-07-04T15:01:00.005+08:00

Consuming Halal is an order of Allah and an essential part of the Islamic faith. Allah has repeatedly emphasised the consumption of Halal in His book. The following are some examples of such verses:
“O Messengers, eat from the pure foods and work righteousness” (Holy Quran 23:51)

“O you who have believed, eat from the pure things which we have provided you” (Holy Quran 2:172)

“O mankind, eat from whatever is on earth (that is) lawful and pure” (Holy Quran 2:168)
“So eat of that (meat) upon which Allah's name has been mentioned, if you are believers in His verses” (Holy Quran 6:118)

“And do not eat that upon which the name of Allah has not been mentioned, for indeed it is a grave disobedience”. (Holy Quran 6:121)

By being careless about the dietary laws of Islam a believer puts himself in harms way both in this world and the world hereafter. In this world, due to in taking such a product he deprives himself from having any of his good deeds and duas accepted by his creator while in the hereafter he suffers the greatest loss ever imaginable i.e. refusal from being admitted to Paradise . All this is confirmed in the following traditions:

Abu Hurairah RA related,” Allah's Messenger PBUH said: Verily Allah is pure and He accepts only what is pure and indeed Allah has given those orders to the believers, which he has given to the Messengers. He has said, “O Messenger, eat from the pure foods and work righteous”. He -also- has said: “O you who have believed, eat from the pure things which we have provided you.” Then (the Prophet PBUH) made mention of a man who undergoes a lengthy journey in a state that he is dishevelled and dusty. He spreads his hands towards the sky (calling), “O my lord, O my lord”, however his food is Haram, his drink is Haram, his clothes are Haram and he has been nourished with Haram! So how will his call be answered?” (Muslim)

S'ad RA relates: Allah's messenger PBUH said “O S'ad purify your food (and as a result) you will become one who's supplications are accepted. I swear by He in whose hands the soul of Muhammad PBUH lies, verily a servant (of Allah) tosses a Haram morsel in his stomach (due to which) no deed is accepted from him for 40 days” (Tabarani)

Abu Baker RA narrated that Allah's Messenger PBUH said “That body will not enter Paradise which has been nourished with Haram” (Baihaqi)

Ka`b Ibn Ujrah relates that the Prophet of Allah (PBUH) said, “a body nourished with Haram will not enter Jannah”. (Tirmidhi)

Jabir RA reported, Allah's Messenger PBUH said, “That flesh will not enter Paradise which has grown from Haram, and all that flesh which has grown from Haram, the fire (of hell) is more worthy of it.” (Ahmed, Darimi, Baihaqi)

Abu Hurayrah (RA) reports that the Prophet of Allah (PBUH) said, “a time will come upon the people wherein a man will not bother what he intakes; whether from Halal source or Haram.” (Bukhari)

In our times, it becomes even more important to ensure the meat and poultry consumed is genuinely Halal due to the execessive deceit, cheat and false labelling of Halal in the industry.

Further Reading
Problems discovered in the 'Halal' industry
Importance of monitoring
Fatwa on the importance of investigating - Can we trust the word 'Halal'?

Sourced from http://www.halalmc.co.uk/resources/importance_halal.html

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Your CHOICE saves million lives

2009-06-21T22:20:00.006+08:00

I was promoting my HPA business in a shopping centre last week. The response was good in the sense of sales and sponsoring new business partners. There were four of us working from late morning till 9PM.

Our table was just opposite KFC, across the walking path in the shopping complex. As I sat down to catch my breathe, I observed that there were many families having their dinner in KFC. There were many more fathers and mothers in queue, waiting for their turn to order the food. Sadly, the majority of those customers of KFC are Muslims. They seemed to have forgotten about the sufferers of Palestine and the merciless Zionists. The events that had happenned were much highlighted in the front pages of local and international tabloids. Many marched the streets to protest and some went to Palestine to brave the bulldozers. (search for the videos in YouTube). More people protested by boycotting companies which sent money to the Zionist regime or are allies of the Zionist (the USA is the main example).

You can find among the list, is KFC which originates from USA. Many people argued that the Malaysian KFC is the local franchise which has nothing to contribute to USA and the Zionist. Check again!

Well, last year Radix Fried Chicken (RFC) , the subsidiary company of HPA Industries Sdn Bhd was sent a letter by the KFC of USA, demanding RFC to change its RED signboard and the whole outlet colours. KFC of USA says that RED is its business trade mark. (As if, RED belongs to KFC only!). So, how come the KFC of USA is involved in the business of companies in Malaysia?

Read others : http://jamalmajlis.blogspot.com/2009/01/kfc-milik-yahudi-di-hadapan-masjidil.html

The Mission & Vision of HPA

2009-06-20T11:36:00.003+08:00

(from my point of view)

HPA is a company, founded by Tn Haji Ismail Ahmad. Its operation began 20 years ago in Perlis, a state in the north of Malaysia. Tn Hj Ismail is a man with great vision, that is to help the ummah. HPA's products grew from one to 500 products today. HPA mission is to provide HALAL and THOYYIB food to Muslims, especially those living in Malaysia.

We have witnessed today the influx of unhealthy food such as dubious halal qualityburgers, chemical laden and sugar loaded soft drinks and fish balls mixed with pork intestines. In the farms, chickens which are given antibiotics are also fed with fattening stocks which is harmful to the pancreas. Worst of all,the chickens are also improperly slaughtered and sold to unsuspecting Muslims. The storage of chicken side by side to non-Halal meat is another matter to be concerned with.

In the aspects of Halal and Thoyyib concept, consumer products must be hygienely prepared and made/ prepared by the hands of the Muslim. This is to ensure that the consumer products are always in accordance to the syariat.

The more we support HPA, by buying from her, the more Halal and Thoyyib products will be available far and wide, safe for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. How do you support HPA? Buy from any HPA branches or kiosks. For more benefits to the family, sign up as a member today. A lifetime membership for RM30 only.

HPA has also set up its own Syariah panel consisting of scholars of the Islamic subjects.

Searching For A Cure

2009-06-15T00:03:00.003+08:00

I have come across various types of medicines and healers. Common today are the doctors and the western medicines, whom are trying their best to cure age old illnesses and new pandemics!

Sometimes we go through much trouble in our quest to find a cure. For example, we may be living in Kuala Lumpur, but we travel 8 to 10 hours of journey to the East Coast. Just because, someone said that there could be a solution there. Little do we know, that the cure is right in front of our nose. It could be in our little garden or growing besides the drain.

For those sufferring ghouts, the solution to your pain is PAPAYA or the local language calls it 'betik'. Just look around you, there are many plants which could provide the cure and it could cost you nothing at all!

Much forgotten during our pain and agony is the ever powerful PRAYER. For Allah hears your every little thoughts deep in your heart, as mentioned in Surah Al-Mulk. Coupled with good intentions and much prostrations to Allah the Al-Mighty, you may be served with a cure in the blink of an eye! The cure could come in many forms, believe me.

To experience it yourself, pray with all your sincerity. Learn up from all the kitab. Especially, the Al-Quran, read it and understand it. Everything is inside the Al-Quran. Go slowly, you may find a cure from a heartburn to a heartbreak. InsyaAllah.

PLACE YOUR RADIX COLA ORDER

2009-06-01T19:20:00.006+08:00

Radix Cola, THE soft drink that brings you freshness.
What makes it special? Concocted with herbs, it beats the usual cola drink in the market. A healthier choice of carbonated drink, less sugar but with more ENERGY.

As the festive season of Ramadhan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri is approaching, do place your orders here.
Sms to 012 335 6005 or email to kaiyisah@yahoo.com

The price :

RM3.50 for a bottle of 1.5 litre
RM43 for a carton of 12 bottles of 1.5 litre

RM2.30 for a bottle of 500 ML
RM55.20 for a carton of 24 bottles of 500 ML

Other flavours are also available : Orange, Sarsi, Ice Cream Soda

Order now, before it gets wiped off the shelf!

PORK MIXTRAD 30 / INSULINE

2009-04-21T22:31:00.003+08:00

Pork Mixtrad 30 is a type of Insulin used on diabetic patients. It is sourced from the pig's pancreaes. It is also known as porcine Insulin. Type I diabetic patients will have to use this insulin for their whole life time.

How long should we endure this source of "HARAM" medication? There is a serious need to look for and produce medications from HALAL resources. In critical situations, we are forced to accept insulin to prevent bigger mishaps.

The question today is, has Allah created diseases but not the antidote from Halal resources? The Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. have said with clear indications that Allah does not create antidotes/medications from Haram resources.

Let us start a search to substitue the Pork Mixtrad. One of the known herbs is called 'Daun Bongor'. It can produce 6.6 units of plantisol which has the same chemistry activities as insulin. May this herb be THE choice, one day. InsyaAllah.

Translated from Tn Haji Ismail's blog. Go to http://jawimedherb.blogspot.com for the BM version.

2009-02-03T17:13:00.004+08:00

Cocoa are known for its aphrodiasiac qualities, however, RADIX KOKO HPA are blended with high fibre herbs for ease of passing motion. Cocoa itself is also known to have calming qualities. My children and I love taking RADIX KOKO HPA as it tastes better than any chocolate drinks in the market. Plus because we know it is 100% HALAL.

RADIX KOKO HPA comes in a box of 15 sachets. Just pour in 200ml of hot water and stir.

With good nutrition and fibre, your whole family will love it and it is only RM20 per box

BUSINESS COACHING PROGRAMME

2008-12-26T17:33:00.005+08:00

THE year 2008 is ending. So is the year 1429 Hijriah.
What have we done for ourselves and our ummah this year? Have we taken so much for ourselves but forgot about our brothers and sisters out there?

My previous posting on Umm Ryan's article reminded me of our journey to akhirat/akhirah.
Rasullulah S.A.W once asked Aisyah r.a., how much meat did she give away to her friends. She replied that they only have a small portion left. The larger portion have been given away as sadaqah.

My brothers and sisters, you see, the amount you give away for sadaqah or charity IS your deposit for your place in paradise. The balance that you have in your hand does not guarantee you a place as yet. This is because, you would not know yet for what purpose you are spending the money on.

Abdullah ibn Mas’ood radi Allahu anhu said, “Store your wealth where no worms will eat it, where it cannot be reached by thieves. Store it in sadaqah.”

Umm Al-Mu’mineen Aisha radi Allahu anha once met a poor woman who was with her two daughters. Aisha radi Allahu anha gave her three dates. The woman gave each of the daughters one date and took one for herself. She was about to eat the date when one of her daughters expressed the desire to eat her date. She immediately shared the date among her daughters. This kind treatment impressed Aisha radi Allahu anha, and she related the whole incident to RasulAllah sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam. After listening to the whole story, RasulAllah sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam said, "Verily, Allah has assured Paradise for her because of this act or has rescued her from the fire of Hell." Indeed, not only are we giving zakah and sadaqah to cleanse ourselves; we do so in order to protect ourselves from Hellfire. (excerpts from Khutbah.com)

To give away for sadaqah, let us be rich instead of being poor. Let us be the giver instead of the receiver. In today's world, being in control of the economy is important. We need to help our other brothers and sisters who are really in need, especially in the part of the world that we are living.

For the above purpose, Tuhfah Resources will be organising a business coaching programme catering to current business owners or in Malay, we say 'usahawan'.

This programme is only limited to 12 persons only and will be held at my office in Pinggiran Batu Caves, Selangor. Do look out for the date, time and the coaching fee in this blog , soon.

When the Heart Is Weak

2008-12-06T12:05:00.002+08:00

Dear readers,
I found this wonderful article which I think is beautiful and ought to be shared with you. The writer is Umm Ryan from UK. Enjoy!

When the heart is weak…

When the heart is weak, we - insaan, tend to choose the easy option when it comes to decision making. We choose the option that is most pleasing to our nafs (our desires) and do not choose the option that would ultimately be more useful and beneficial to our akhirah.
This week, I have been worrying about the future of my children. What would happen to them if I were to die? This painful question led me to mentally list down all the things I would like to have in place before I die. Things that really wouldn’t make a difference in their life, and things that I wouldn’t really care about once in the grave.
Why is it that the majority of our thoughts are connected with the dunya and all that we can obtain? Why is it that our achings and cravings are not linked to our final resting place? And yet we cry and wonder why it is that we don’t ‘feel close to Allah’! How can we when our minds are not filled with His remembrance! There is something very important to think about here. When the heart is weak, the believer’s thoughts are preoccupied with the dunya and as the heart is the vehicle for one’s actions, the believer does not make correct choices or perform the best of actions. When the heart is weak, the muslim forgets that this life is temporary and transient. The muslim whose heart is weak, forgets that the choices he makes in this life WILL have an effect on his place in the next life and also his real happiness in this life.
I’ll give you an example related to the above. A brother on Islam Channel, last night asked the Sheikh if the Islamic Shariah Mortgage is halal or haram. The sheikh immediately asked him to consult his heart and he would find his answer there. The brother was really trying to get an answer from the Sheikh and sounded frustrated at the answers he was being given. The Sheikh ended his question with something that gave me so much food for thought. He said (paraphrasing): “My dear brother, my sincere advice to you is this: You are thinking about stability here and owning a house here for a few years, but you are not thinking about the house you will be living in until the Day of Judgment commences. A house that you will spend a long time living in. Do not think about here, think about there. Stay away from all grey areas and insha’Allah you will succeed. When the heart is weak, we look for this fatwa and this answer. But this is wrong because we are only satisfying ourselves. Increase in your faith and then look into your heart, and you will know your answer.”
It is amazing that when the heart is weak, we seem to forget our very purpose of existence and live in this dunya as if this is our permanent home. Making decisions for here and not dreaming of what we could have ‘there’. Allah Mustan! My question today is, how can we remove ourselves from this ignorant state and strengthen our hearts so that our everyday actions are in line with what is to come? One answer and one answer alone: The remembrance of Allah (Swt). But, and until the next time I write, how can you remember your loved one, if you do not love him and how can you love someone if you do not know him. So, the starting point for anyone trying to increase in their faith and journey to Allah (Swt) is knowing Allah (Swt). For, when the servant knows his Lord, he falls in love and a sweet relationship is cultivated. And of course when a person is in love, what can fill his mind with thoughts other than the one to whom he is in love with?!

QORBAN DI KAMPUCHEA/KEMBOJA

2008-12-02T11:19:00.003+08:00

Rakan2 seperjuangan di HPA dan eTiQa Takaful, sudah tiba masanya untuk kita buat korban. Dengan wang ringgit yang kita perolehi secara halal, marilah kita belanjakan ke jalan Allah dengan membuat Qurban ke tempat yang amat memerlukan sokongan kita.

Daripada keuntungan korban ini pihak Darul Fuqaha akan dapat membiayai 36 orang ustaz dan pendakwah selama setahun. RM300 untuk 1 bahagian itu termasuk RM70 elaun sumbangan kepada guru al-Quran.. Anda juga boleh waqafkan telaga yang akan digunakan oleh ramai orang Islam setiap hari, kerana di situ TIADA paip air. Untuk mandi, wuduk, mencuci dan sebagainya. Hanya RM400 sahaja.

Seperti mana yang kita selalu beritahu pada client kita, meninggalnya anak Adam itu, hanya 3 perkara sahaja yang dibawanya.... salah satunya adalah sedekah jariahnya. Itulah,
jika anda sanggup dan mahu kredit anda meningkat untuk tiket masuk ke syurga, marilah bersama sama menyumbang.

"Tiada satu amalan anak Adam yang dilakukan pada hari penyembelihan (hari raya Aidil Adha) yang lebih dicintai oleh Allah berbanding menumpahkan darah. Sesungguhnya ia akan datang pada hari Qiamat dengan tanduk-tanduknya, bulu-bulunya dan kuku-kukunya. Dan sesungguhnya darah itu pasti tumpah daripada (rehda) Allah di sesuatu tempat sebelum ia tumpah ke atas bumi, maka perelokkanlah diri dengannya" - Hadith Tirmizi

Kita boleh kumpulkan bersama2. layari web http://www.darulfuqaha.com/

Assalammu'alaikum.

Kaiyisah
Mobile : 012-335 6005

WHAT IS TAKAFUL?

2008-10-10T19:01:00.005+08:00

From Wikipedia it says : Takaful is an Islamic concept which is grounded in Islamic muamalat (banking transactions), observing the rules and regulations of Islamic law. This concept has been practised in various forms for over 1400 years. It originates from Arabic word Kafalah, which means "guaranteeing each other" or "joint guarantee". In principle, the Takaful system is based on mutual co-operation, responsibility, assurance, protection and assistance between groups of participants. It is a form of mutual insurance.

In Al-Quran it is mentioned in a few ayats as follows:

1. Basis of Co-operation Help one another in al-Birr and in al-Taqwa (virtue, righteousness and piety): but do not help one another in sin and transgression. (Surah Al-Maidah, Verse 2)

Allah will always help His servant for as long as he helps others. (Narrated by Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal and Imam Abu Daud)

2. Basis of Responsibility The place of relationships and feelings of people with faith, between each other, is just like the body; when one of its parts is afflicted with pain, then the rest of the body will be affected. (Narrated by Imam al-Bukhari and Imam Muslim)

One true Muslim (Mu’min) and another true Muslim (Mu’min) is just like a building whereby every part in it strengthens the other part. (Narrated by Imam al-Bukhari and Imam Muslim)

3. Basis of Mutual Protection By my life, which is in Allah’s power, nobody will enter Paradise if he does not protect his neighbour who is in distress. (Narrated by Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal)

“The basic fundamentals underlying the Takaful concept are very similar to co-operative and mutual principles, to the extent that the co-operative and mutual model is one that is accepted under Islamic Law."

I hope the above sheds light on what Takaful is about. Here, at eTiQa Takaful, it is open to all races and not to Muslims only. The concept here enables the participants themselves to assist each other. In return, participants gets a mudhrabah ( a portion of profit sharing), made from the pool of money invested into Syariah approved counters.

After a certain age, which we call maturity age, the participants will get to withdraw a lump sum of money, inclusive of the dividend sum declared over the years. In between the starting year and maturity period, the participant / next of kin / nominee/ trustee, will receive a covered protection sum in the event the participant suffers from total permanent disability (TPD) or dies. Other form of riders / benefits offered today are hospital allowance, medical card , critical illness claim (over 33 types of listed diseases), etcetera.

Treating foot pain

2008-10-08T11:59:00.004+08:00

An 80 year old lady hobbled into my office, with assistance from her elderly daughter and son. She promptly sat down and started pointing to her leg. I checked her pulse and other signs on her hands. Seemed a bit pale and cold, but her heart pace sounds good.

The family told me that she has been suffering from DM (Diabete Militus) for 10 years now. Of late, she has been complaining of foot pain and has not been able to walk properly because of that. I recommended her Teh Herba and Ardisia, to cleanse her body system and also to rejuvenate her nerves system. Looking at her elderly age, I refrained from giving her more herbs and told her family to let me know of her condition in a week. Normally for DM, herbalist would recommend Malac.

As she complained more of her foot pain and her shrinking leg muscles, I suggested reflexology which her family readily agrees. Using Minyak But But (made from a blend of 100 herbs, no birds at all), I slowly massaged over her foot and muscles. As we spoke, I discovered she used to be very active in her younger days. I counselled her on how Allah have given her good health and has enabled her to go for Umrah 3 times. MasyaAllah! I pray that she will be given strength and hope to see her again next week for her next reflexology session.

Reflexology is the physical act of applying pressure to the feet and hand with specific thumb, finger and hand techniques,based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands with a premise that such work effects a physical change to the body.

However, for any treatment to be dispensed, one needs to be properly diagnosed.

Article from newspaper interview

2008-10-04T16:35:00.003+08:00

BERDASARKAN satu kajian yang pernah dijalankan, wanita didapati menyifatkan kebahagiaan hidup berkeluarga sebagai satu kejayaan disamping kerjaya stabil. Jelas sekali, masa untuk bersama keluarga terutama anak menjadi keutamaan wanita walau setinggi mana jawatan disandang.
Justeru, tidak hairanlah ramai wanita mula mempertimbangkan untuk bekerja di rumah dan dalam masa yang sama dapat memainkan peranan sebagai ibu sepenuh masa. Sememangnya, inilah yang sentiasa bermain di minda wanita bekerja iaitu memiliki pendapatan sendiri, tetapi tidak perlu mengorbankan terlalu banyak masa untuk bersama anak dan keluarga.

Bagaimanapun, apakah konsep bekerja di rumah yang semakin popular sejak sedekad lalu ini cukup ideal untuk semua wanita? Bekerja di rumah memang kedengarannya amat menarik dan mudah sekali. Maklum saja, anda adalah bos kepada diri sendiri!
Persoalannya, apakah semua wanita mampu melakukan dua tugas dalam satu masa? Hakikatnya bekerja di rumah bukanlah satu tugas mudah. Bijak menguruskan masa adalah faktor utama apabila bekerja di rumah. Anda juga perlu mempunyai disiplin tinggi dan tidak berkompromi dalam memisahkan waktu bekerja dengan menguruskan keluarga.

Begitu pun, tiada maknanya jika hanya diri anda saja berada di rumah, tetapi asyik sibuk bekerja hingga tiada masa untuk bersama anak, sedangkan matlamat sebenar untuk mempunyai masa bersama si kecil.
Selepas memiliki tiga cahaya mata, Kaiyisah Yeoh Abdullah merasakan sudah sampai masanya untuk berhenti kerja dan menumpukan sepenuh perhatian kepada mereka. Sebelum itu, hampir empat tahun beliau berusaha meyakinkan suami untuk meletakkan jawatan sebagai Eksekutif Perkhidmatan Pelanggan dan seterusnya bekerja di rumah. Restu suami dan keluarga amat penting bagi Kaiyisah sebagai sokongan moral untuk bekerja sendiri di rumah.

“Selepas berhenti, saya tidak terus bekerja di rumah sebaliknya membuat penyelidikan mengenai bidang yang sesuai dengan diri. Paling penting, memastikan ada sokongan cukup dari segi kewangan. Syukurlah sejak dulu, saya mengamalkan menyimpan sedikit daripada wang gaji untuk digunakan apabila keadaan memerlukan,” katanya.

Bagi Kaiyisah yang menjalankan pelbagai perniagaan di rumah, sebaiknya jika ingin bekerja sendiri, elakkan menggunakan modal yang terlalu banyak. Beliau sendiri memilih bidang insuran, mengakui hanya mengeluarkan RM60 sebagai modal untuk menjalani ujian sebagai wakil insuran.
“Apa yang penting, seseorang itu perlu memasuki bidang yang selari dengan minat dan kemahiran masing-masing. Kalau boleh berbincanglah dengan suami dan keluarga. Sokongan mereka penting kerana corak kerja anda yang kini sudah berbeza dengan dulu. Anak juga perlu faham bila anda sedang membuat kerja dan bila anda berperanan sebagai ibu.

“Anda perlu bersikap adil terhadap anak dengan membahagikan masa bekerja dengan lebih bijak. Misalnya, anda boleh mula bekerja apabila anak sedang tidur atau pada awal pagi ketika anak ke sekolah. Pastikan apakah kepentingan waktu itu. Jika anak perlukan perhatian, utamakan daripada melakukan kerja lain,” katanya.
Beliau berkata, saudara terdekat juga perlu tahu bahawa anda kini sedang bekerja di rumah agar mereka tidak mengganggu waktu bekerja anda. Bantuan pembantu rumah juga masih diperlukan, malah meringankan beban bagi mereka yang tidak mampu melakukan dua tugas dalam satu masa.
Sebagai strategi awal, Kaiyisah turut menasihatkan mereka yang sedang bercadang untuk bekerja di rumah agar mula membina jaringan kerja sebelum berhenti kerja. Mengenali ramai orang adalah satu faktor penting sebagai strategi pemasaran.

“Jangan tunggu sehingga berhenti kerja baru hendak tercari-cari pelanggan. Hubungan baik dengan orang sekeliling mewujudkan peluang luas memasarkan barangan mahupun perkhidmatan yang anda tawarkan. Pada masa inilah kena pandai gunakan peluang yang ada seperti menghadiri kursus keusahawanan dan kemahiran lain yang boleh dijadikan sumber pendapatan kemudian hari,” katanya.
Selain menghantar surat pemberitahuan mengenai perkhidmatan yang ditawarkannya, Kaiyisah juga menghubungi bakal pelanggan secara panggilan telefon yang membolehkannya mendapat sekurang-kurangnya dua pelanggan sehari.

“Dalam sehari, saya membuat tidak kurang 20 panggilan telefon untuk mencari pelanggan. Bagi menjimatkan bil, saya ambil pakej khas daripada Telekom. Saya juga menggunakan internet untuk mengiklankan perkhidmatan yang ditawarkan dengan bayaran sebanyak RM400 untuk tempoh enam bulan.
“Apa yang penting dalam perniagaan ialah mesti peramah dan berani mendekati orang ramai ketika menghadiri seminar dan sebagainya,” katanya.
Sumber: Berita Harian 16 Mac 2007

However, after sometime, it is good to have your own office away from home. You will need some of your own time to focus on what needs to be done. At the same time, if your customers do want to come and pay you a visit, you will avoid some embarrasing moments of having to apologise for your children's mischiefs. (children will always be themselves, no matter how much warning they get!) Times change and we need to make some changes as well. Some we keep, some we discard. Move forward all the time. Look back only to learn from the past.

Unwanted Weight Loss After Childbirth

2008-09-25T12:45:00.002+08:00

Breast feeding have been encouraged as a means to give the required nutrients to the new born baby up to two years of age. In the Quran, it is mentioned, a woman has the obligation of breast feeding her children for up to two complete years. Allah says: "Mothers should nurse their children two complete years-- for whosoever desires to complete the nursing term." (Al Baqarah 2:233)

Besides fulfilling the commandments in the Islamic faith, the side benefit is losing some excessive weight for new mothers. However, there are cases where mothers continue to shed more weight even after reaching the ideal point.

There could be a few factors attributing to this weight loss.

1. Internal factors such as problems with piles, kidney malfunction and thyroid.

2. External - the big probablility is due to stress and malnutrition.

In the first case, such problems can be treated over a period of time with consistent intake of liquid and herbs. Patience plays an important role. Smoking and intake of chemical solutions might cause more health side effects later on.

In the second case, the breast feeding mother needs good food supplement. I would suggest taking enough molasses, spirumadu and cereal radix. The mother must also take in enough liquid, i.e minimally 2.5 litres of plain water each day.

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Business Opportunity

2008-09-18T11:30:00.000+08:00

How many of us just let go of opportunities when it knocks on our doors? It could be your chance to build a legacy or empire for yourself and your family. It could be that break that you have been waiting for. Nothing comes easy and free. You have to work at it, polish your skills in order to move up.

Today, I offer you this chance to just have a peek of what is possible to become well off. Why do we need to be well off? At times, when someone needs our financial assistance badly,we have to disappoint that someone just because our budget lies in the red mark.

It is also not a matter of just a business, it is a whole system of belief. You need to believe in yourself and believe in the cause of this bisness (the one that I'm letting you in). Do come out of your shell to see and feel the world. You can do it, you just need to take the first step.

I'll see you at the top. InsyaAllah (God wills). Just click on the id below or copy and paste it to your browser.

http://www.hpaonline.biz/?id=kaisiyah

Natural Cures Vs Drugs

2008-09-16T01:52:00.000+08:00

The old adage, "You are what you eat" holds true.
As the day grows older, we can see the trend of one's food consumption leads to a certain type of illness.

Illnesses come in two ways. It either comes with your gene or through what you eat.
Actually, it is not bacteria that causes one to be sick. When your immunity drops, it makes the environment condusive for bacterias to thrive.

What you need to do is to first cleanse your system of all the toxins that exist in your body due to problems in passing motion.

Take Pelawas 2 capsules, twice daily. It helps to clear your colon. Bit by bit, within 4 to 12 weeks, you will have a good instestine already. As oppose to drugs, herbs work slowly but surely. It cures you of your illness not only the symptoms.

SMILE

2008-07-23T22:45:00.000+08:00

Smile for that is your charity
Smile because it makes you cheerful
Smile because someone dear to you looks up to you
Smile because someone out there needs a friend
A smile is free to give
Gains more than you ever will know it
SMILE, FOR IT MAKES YOU AND ME HAPPY

Economy Downturn?

2008-07-05T00:17:00.000+08:00

July 2008. Seems like the financial situation is getting from worrying to breaking out into worts!

The subprime issues and the petroleum prices soaring high are making the people in the street like us sweat. We wished that the Government would be more supportive and more generous in handing out subsidies.

We wished that we had more cash in our savings account to be ready for what is coming, a dark outlook or dark financial forecast. Look at how the stocks are doing.

Today, I was forwarded an email advising people to be more prudent in their spendings. Here are some tips, which I think could be applied to some of us:

1. Don't take any loans, buy homes, properties with loans, or even cash. Keep as much cash as possible.

2. Pay off as much of personal loans, private loans, as debt collection will be hastened.

3. Sell any stocks you can even at lower prices.

4. Take money off from Trust Funds.

5. Don't believe in huge sales forecast from customers, be extremely prudent, lowest inventories, reduce liabilities.

6. Don't invest in new capital.

7. If you are selling homes/properties/ cars, do it now , when you can get good prices, they are going to fall.

8. Don't invest in new business proposals.

9. Cancel holiday plans using credit cards.

10. Don't change jobs, as companies will retrenchbased on 'last in, first out'.

However, I remembered being taught in my Economics class ( I was the worst student), that if the people / economy do not spend any money and everyone just kept their money under their pillow or banks.... things would come to a standstill (or something like that). From this lesson, it says to go on spending your money but wisely. No more splurging or fancy buying.

If I had any debts, I would certainly clear off my credit cards first, because that is a killer. Now that there is this new ruling imposed, on certain charges for credit revolvers. Meaning that, if you pay your card on the minimal amount, for every new transaction, you will be charged an interest rate from the day it is posted to the credit card company. No more free 20 interest free days!

However, you can still buy or take up equities or unit trusts at such low prices. According to one expert in Australia, this IS a good time to invest. It is because all the premium stocks are now at a very low price. This will assist you in creating your future wealth.

Another way to create your wealth is to provide your family with financial protection instruments such as from eTiQa Takaful. Let's say down the road, you are only saving RM100 per month with a financial institution. Let's say an accident happens, then you might need to take out your savings to pay your bills. So, what is left? If, you were to take up an eTiQa Takaful policy, be rest assured, it will help you lessen your burden. It pays for your hospitalisation, settle your debts, gives you some pocket allowance and also gives you dividends over your savings. Another good point, zakat is taken care of,too. A RM100 might add on to your wealth, up to RM30,000 to RM50,000 depending on your age.

For more info, email to kaiyisah@yahoo.com

STRESS LESS

2008-06-02T17:51:00.000+08:00

MODERN times, modern stress. Each day is a stress, especially for those living in BIG cities. Globally, everybody have some sort of stress. Those who live well, look radiant, have some secrets to their good health and looks.Perhaps these are some of them:

1. Take life one day at a time
Try to enjoy every moment of living. Appreciate every good things that come your way. When you live in fear of losing something, then you never really live.

2. Remember to keep breathing
Take a deep breath, every half and hour or so. It fills up your lungs and take out some of the stress with it.

3. Be thankful for what you have
Yup, right up to the speck of food that goes into your mouth. Some people fell sick and that's when they realized that every single thing that they are able to do while healthy is actually a blessing. Just like being able to breathe. (No coughs , no phleghms, etc)

4. Love yourself and people around you
When you love yourself, you treat yourself better. It reflects. People see that love radiating from you. In return, people around you love being around you because you share that loving feeling. Give the best that you can, the real value you create can never be diminished

5. Look out for the positve side
Be on the look out for positive things. Even if you had an accident, your car is dented. Look at it positively. If it is not your car, it could have been you. You might now want to repaint you car in your favourite shade!

Things will come and go. It is how you take it, will make every day much less of a stress.
Now, BREATHE!!!!

Heatlh is related to Food

2008-04-27T12:59:00.000+08:00

Yesterday, I had the priviledge to visit Dr Zainol. The man responsible for promoting halal and healthy chicken. I was at his shop in Taman Nirwana, Ampang. We chatted over an hour while he was manning his shop. People came into the shop non stop while we were chatting and the phones kept ringing. (His mobile and the shop's telephone)

Despite his busy morning, he managed a great smile and shared some great information on eating healthily. Dr Mohamad Zainol Abdul Haja, 49, is a PhD holder in Economics and only after that obtained his degree in Medicine. He said that the chicken that he rears are real herbal organic kampung chicken.

They are not fed with harmful pellets nor injected with antibiotics which could really be harmful to humans when consumed over a long period of time. Visit http://www.azzain.com/ for more ,information.

I liked talking Dr Zainol as he is passionate about his subject matter. Wished I have the courage to do and go that path in life.

Being Healthy

2008-04-24T10:54:00.000+08:00

Good health starts from the mind. A healthy mind is a good breeding ground for good physical and mental health. How do we achieve that? A healthy mind is a sound mind. A sound mind comes from positive mind. duh

What generates a positive mind and how does one stay positive? It all comes with hard work, I can assure you that. Just as you want to stay slim or lose weight, you need discipline in your diet and discipline in carrying out your exercise regime. So is in the case of maintaining a positive mind? What is a positive mind anyway?

My version of a positive mind is to have a bright outlook of things. Everything happens for a purpose. Your refrigerator might take a break, so what do you do? Kick it, scream at it?
I would just be more creative in preparing my food, to last longer, while I have it fixed. If my budget allows me, I'll go for a brand new fridge and better one too (more eco-friendly and energy saving). There comes a good reason to chuck out the old one.
Positive mind is thinking of good outcomes from an event. It takes practise and constant reminders to myself. Yeah, it is really a bold step, to stay cool when the temperature around you rise and rise. When I looked back at my angry outbursts back in my younger years, (i'm not that old yet), I could see that I lose out in more ways than I could gain. I hurt my loved ones and I was sad. It wasn't a win-win situation.

So, how do I stay positive? READ....
Read more self motivation books, share experiences with positive people. Get away from energy suckers. DO...
Do things that I'm happy about. Such as talking,playing (yes, you need to play), hopping, skipping, being cheerful. Be ready to smile.

What comes from being positive then? hey, hey, hey, you got it!
A healthy mind, much reduced stress, less grey hair, better perception to life, friends and families love you more...because you are bubbly!

NEXT PART -PHYSICAL HEALTH

My first blog

2008-04-23T19:10:00.000+08:00

Welcome!
This is my first blog ever created. I would like to share with you some financial tips on how to protect your income. It will be over a few series of blogs and I hope you stay in touch with my blog.

There will be also be tips on how to increase your revenue through sound investments. How from a basic sum of money, you will make good to excellent capital gains.

For those of you,thinking of starting your own business, this blog is for you too!

That's for now... have a financially sound day!

Kaiygin