Original scientific paper
Nutritional habits of respondents who consume only halal food aged 30–60 in the Tuzla Canton
Semira Karijašević
orcid.org/0009-0005-6257-9059
; Nutritvibe Tuzla, Mehmedalije Maka Dizdara bb, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
*
Sajma Huremović
orcid.org/0009-0009-2349-5492
; JU Veterinarski zavod Tuzlanskog kantona, II Tuzlanske brigade 28, 75000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Selma Kunić
; YIMOR d.o.o. Domaljevac, Stjepana Radića br. 22, 76231, Domaljevac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
* Corresponding author.
Abstract
A proper and healthy diet should be a priority for individuals who consume only halal food to reduce the
risk of diseases linked to poor dietary habits. However, a fast-paced lifestyle has led to the neglect of
nutrition, causing deviations from proper halal nutrition dietary principles. Halal nutrition is not just about
choosing permissible foods but also about their proper preparation and consumption in line with health
and well-being principles. The aim of this study was to determine the dietary habits of consumers who
exclusively consume halal food and to analyze the extent to which these habits align with the principles
and recommendations of halal nutrition. The research methodology involved the collection and analysis
of data through an online questionnaire distributed among respondents aged 30 to 60 from the Tuzla
Canton. The study results revealed significant deviations in the application of proper halal nutrition among
a large number of respondents. The analysis of responses showed that a considerable number of
respondents do not pay sufficient attention to nutritional balance and dietary diversity, while many reported
only occasionally considering the nutritional aspect of their diet. This indicates that halal nutrition is often
perceived solely through the lens of food permissibility. Additionally, the results demonstrated that most
respondents only occasionally pay attention to moderation in food consumption. These findings suggest a
lack of awareness regarding the importance of moderation as a fundamental principle of halal nutrition.
The findings highlight the need for further education on the principles of proper halal nutrition to improve
understanding and application. The gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation
suggests opportunities for further research and educational initiatives. This study can serve as a foundation
for broader research on the dietary habits of the halal population and the factors influencing their food
choices.
Keywords
proper halal nutrition; nutritional intake; dietary habits
Hrčak ID:
333498
URI
Publication date:
30.6.2025.
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