physical health and Islam

[Snoopies622]

Recently i saw a video in which a man talked about foods that are mentioned in the Qur'an. He began with, "Islam isn't just a religion, it's a way of life. And as Muslims we are encouraged to live a healthy life." I have read the Qur'an and i do not remember a passage that discusses physical health, and specifically the idea that we should try to be physically healthy. Is there such a passage that i have forgotten?

 

[AabiruSabeel]

Qur'an does encourage moderation and taking care of oneself. For instance, Allah says “Eat and drink, but do not be excessive. Indeed, He likes not those who commit excess.” (Qur'an 7:31), which speaks to balance in life, including with food.

There's a well-known hadith that says, “Your body has a right over you” (Sahih Bukhari), which reminds us that we should take care of our bodies, as they are a trust from Allah. And the hadith about strength—“A strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than a weak believer…” (Sahih Muslim)—also highlights the importance of maintaining physical health.

 

[Snoopies622]

Qur'an does encourage moderation and taking care of oneself. For instance, Allah says “Eat and drink, but do not be excessive. Indeed, He likes not those who commit excess.” (Qur'an 7:31), which speaks to balance in life, including with food.

There's a well-known hadith that says, “Your body has a right over you” (Sahih Bukhari), which reminds us that we should take care of our bodies, as they are a trust from Allah. And the hadith about strength—“A strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than a weak believer…” (Sahih Muslim)—also highlights the importance of maintaining physical health.

Thanks. I also just discovered 2:168 which begins, "O humanity! Eat from what is lawful and good on the earth . . " In some translations, the instead of "good" the word is "wholesome". This is enough for me.