YOGYAKARTA - Ramadan always brings a different atmosphere in the hearts of every Muslim. In addition to increasing worship, many of us start to revive the sunnah in everyday life, including in food and drink. One of the drinks that is often referred to as the favorite drink of the Prophet Muhammad SAW is nabeez water.
Maybe you've heard of nabeez water, but you haven't really understood what nabeez water is and how to make it. In fact, this drink that has many benefits for health can be concocted at home just with dates or raisins. Well, this article will discuss what nabeez water is, its benefits for health, to how to make it. Be sure to read to the end.
Get to Know Nabeez Water and Its Benefits for HealthSimply put, nabeez (or nabidh) water is a water immersion of dates or raisins. Dates that have been peeled or a handful of raisins are soaked in water for several hours or overnight. It is important to note, you should not mix dates and raisins in the same container.
In a number of traditions, nabeez water is referred to as a drink that is usually prepared for the Prophet Muhammad SAW. One of them is narrated in a sahih hadith which is listed in Sahih Muslim that abeez was prepared for the Prophet Muhammad SAW in his water bag.
There is one important thing that should not be ignored. Nabeez water should be drunk within 1-2 days and no more than 2-3 days. If it is left too long, the fermentation process will occur and the drink can turn into alcohol.
In addition to being a sunnah, nabeez water also has many benefits for health. This drink is known to have an alkaline nature or help balance the body's acidity levels. Research shows that the consumption of alkaline-forming foods and beverages supports bone health, maintains muscle mass, helps the detoxification process, and protects against chronic diseases.
Air nabeez is also rich in soluble fiber which helps smooth the digestive system and supports the process of removing metabolic waste. No wonder this drink feels light in the stomach and is suitable for consumption during sahur and breaking the fast.
Equally important, drinking nabeez water means we are following the sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. There is a spiritual value that cannot be measured by research figures. Every sip is a reminder of his simplicity and healthy life.
How to Make Nabeez WaterThe good news is, how to make nabeez water is very easy and does not require special equipment. Reported from ASCIA, you only need 3-5 dates without seeds (Ajwa dates are often referred to as a good choice) or a handful of raisins. Prepare also about 250-350 ml of water and a closed container or glass.
Put dates or raisins into the water, then soak for about 8-12 hours. You can soak it at night to drink during sahur, or in the morning to enjoy during breaking the fast.
After the soaking time is over, the water can be drunk immediately. Dates or raisins can be kept in the water for one refill, or can also be eaten directly or processed into a healthy smoothie. Remember, avoid storing it for more than two days to prevent fermentation.
Some people add a little himalaya salt for additional electrolytes, or a drop of zamzam water for spiritual value. But basically, the original recipe is very simple without any additions. It is precisely this simplicity that is the hallmark of this drink.
Air nabeez can be drunk anytime, but it will taste very delicious during sahur and iftar. It tastes naturally sweet, not excessive, and refreshes the throat after fasting all day. The sensation is different from packaged sweet drinks that are high in added sugar. Selamat mencoba.
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