Dates (Phoenix dactylifera) tree is a fruit that is very familiar to the society, especially for Muslim. They generally consume dates especially in the Holy Month of Ramadhan. The tree is the kind of palm that grows and bears fruit in the Arab countries, Iraq and its surroundings. Many of them are found in the […]
Pomegranate: A Nutritional Treasure in Oman
Living in Oman for almost 4 years, pomegranate harvest became one of our annual routine trips with friends and family. In Oman, pomegranates are grown primarily in the cooler regions of Jebel Akhdar, where the unique climate and soil conditions yield some of the finest and juiciest varieties. The harvest of pomegranates in Oman usually […]
5 Keys to Food Safety
Food safety is the most important factor to protect consumers from any health risk related to food. Based on Indonesian National Agency of Food and Drug Control (BPOM) guidelines, there are 5 keys to food safety: Maintain the hygiene – Hygiene can be maintained by washing hands before and after handling food, washing all cooking […]
Smart Way to Choose Food Products on The Market
The following are several things you need to pay attention to before deciding to buy food products on the market: The packaging condition. You need to check whether the packaging is still in good condition before buying the food products. Make sure the seal is not broken, still hermetically sealed, no bulging, dent, or any […]
Camel Meat Nutrition Review
Camel meat is a relatively lean and nutrient-rich protein source that has been consumed for centuries in various parts of the world, especially in Middle East, North Africa and Mediterranean. The lean meat of camel contains about 78% water, 19% protein, 3% fat, and 1.2% ash with a small amount of intramuscular fat, which make […]
The Miracles of Camel Milk
Camel is one of my favourite animals. One of the privileges living in the Middle East is I can see camels more often here. The picture of camels in this article is taken by myself during our family vacation in Salalah, Oman. There are many benefits of camels, including for transportation and also source of […]