HEALING WITH ZAMZAM WATER
Zamzam water is a familiar object in a Muslim household. The holy water that was brought back by those fortunate ones who visited the holy land! The funny thing is that I didn’t know how Zamzam water actually tasted like until I tasted it in Makkah, even though I have had it many times before. Turns out that the tiny souvenir Zamzam bottles we received were diluted with regular water, which was then further diluted by my mom to make it last as long as possible!
The distinctive refreshing water has miraculous origins and spiritual value.
Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: ‘The water of Zamzam is for whatever purpose it is drunk for,’ so, O Allaah, I am drinking it (to quench) my thirst on the Day of Resurrection.”
A cousin of mine had severe eczema and she is confident that Zamzam is what healed her. Another acquaintance claims her stomach ulcer was healed by Zamzam water.
As much as it is a matter of belief, science actually backs up Zamzam’s healing and nutritional benefits. Below are some of the scientifically recognized facts about the Zamzam water:
- Best Water: The Prophet (Sallallahu alayhi wasalam) said that best water on the earth is Zamzam water. According to the Prophet SAW, it is just like as food and has the power to cure sickness.
- Enhances Energy in Human Cells: The German scientist Dr. Knut Pfeiffer, the head of the largest medical centre in Munich has studied that Zamzam water amazingly increased the energy levels in the cell systems of the body.
- Free of Germs and Bacteria: Hardly any water body present in the world is free of germs and bacteria, except Zamza. It has been studies by Dr. Yahya Koshak, an expert on Zamzam that the water doesn’t contain any contaminants. In fact, researches conducted on the water suggest that it is impossible to find bacteria in this revered water.
- Highest Purity: It is the purest form of water on the Erath because of its containing of adequate amount of bicarbonates (366mg/l), which is higher than what is found in the water on French Alps (bicarbonates-357mg/l).
- Abundant with Minerals: Zamzam has healing characteristics. It is abundant in minerals like Calcium and Magnesium and also contains trace amounts of fluoride, which gives it its germicidal properties. It is also rich in iodine which makes it a cure for thyroid issues.
- Increases Blood Platelets: Zamzam water helps to increase blood platelets, increases the immunity of the body, increases White Blood Cells, Red Blood Cells and detoxifies the body. This makes it a great tonic for people suffering from anemia.
- Weight Loss: Drinking Zamzam water gives the feeling of satiety and fulfilment, thus reducing the appetite. This leads to weight loss and since the water is rich in minerals, it prevents weakness.
- Helps with Weight Gain: This may sound contradictory to the previous point but it is not. Remember, “Zamzam is for whatever purpose it is drunk for.” Zamzam is a nourishing drink. Regular intake of this amazing liquid helps to nourish the body and may also increase your body weight. When Abu Dhar Ghifari (RA) first came to visit the Prophet SAW, he wanted to remain hidden to avoid persecution of the Quraish. During that time he didn’t have anything to eat so he only drank Zamzam water; he actually gained weight.
- Increases Eyesight: Applying Zamzam water over your eyes and washing your eyes with it helps to brighten the eyesight, as well as treat eye-related ailments.
- Reduces Acidity and Heartburn: The water is alkaline in nature which neutralizes the excess acid formed in the stomach thus beneficial for hyperacidity and heartburn. Not only that, it can help prevent and heal stomach ulcers and other stomach disorders such as gastroparesis.
These are just some of the scientifically proven facts about Zamzam.
It is a wondrous drink. Here are some additional things we know about Zamzam.
- Prophet (SAW) used to sprinkle Zamzam water over the sick and ill.
- It helps to correct pronunciation of words therefore it is good for students, those who have speech impediments, and delayed speech.
- It is cure of many diseases and disorders by the order of Allah, said Jabir bin Abdullah al Ansari.
Zamzam Water Nutritional Facts
The nutritional value of the water in mg/L is as follows:
- sodium (133),
- calcium (96),
- magnesium (38.88),
- potassium (43.3),
- bicarbonate (195.4),
- chloride (163.3),
- fluoride (0.72),
- nitrate (124.8),
- sulfate (124) and
- total dissolved alkanity (835)