Talbinah is actually a broth made from barley (Sha`eer). The broth is called Talbinah because it is thin and white, similar to milk.
Talbinah has been mentioned in many narrations of the Prophet [peace be upon him] such as the narration of Aisha that when someone from her relatives died, the women would gather for that (reason) then they would disperse except her family, she would order an earthenware pot of talbinah be cooked, then tharid (a dish made form meat and bread) would be made and the talbinah poured over it. Then she (Aisha) would say (to the women), ‘Eat from it for indeed I heard the Messenger of Allah [peace be upon him] say: “Talbinah is a relaxation for the heart of the sick person and it removes some of the sorrow”.’ [Bukhari 479/9, Book of Food, Chapter of Talbinah]
by the One in Whose Hand is the soul of Muhammad, indeed it cleanses the stomach of one of you, just as one of you washes his face from dirt, with water.”[
Recipe for barley water
- 8 cups of wateR
- 1 cup of barley
- 2 lemons (optional)
- ¼ cup of honey (optional)
Health Benefits of Talbina
- Keeps Intestine Healthy
- Aids weight loss
- Protects against Gallstones
- Prevents Osteoporosis
- Boosts Immune System
- Preserves Skin Elasticity
- Controls Cholesterol Levels
- Manages Diabetes
- Cancer Prevention
- Prevents Heart Disease
- Supports kidney health
- Prevents Asthma
Talbina makes an excellent breakfast choice for all the family. Great for those on a diet as Talbina leaves you feeling satisfied and curbs hunger.Keep yourself healthy with this highly beneficial sunnahfood!