Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Health Impacts: Just as tobacco is deemed haram due to its severe health consequences, including cancer and cardiovascular diseases, sugar poses significant health risks. Excessive sugar consumption is linked to numerous health issues, including diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. The detrimental effects of sugar on public health are well-documented and parallel the health concerns associated with tobacco.

Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Public Health Burden: Tobacco’s classification as haram reflects the need to mitigate its impact on public health. Sugar, too, contributes to a substantial public health burden, straining healthcare systems with the rising costs associated with treating sugar-related illnesses. Addressing sugar in a similar manner could alleviate this strain and promote a healthier society.

Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Preventive Measures: The haram status of tobacco in Malaysia serves as a preventive measure to protect individuals from harm. Similarly, restricting sugar could serve as a preventive measure against the onset of chronic diseases. By categorizing sugar as haram, individuals would be discouraged from excessive consumption, leading to improved overall health and reduced healthcare costs.

Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Clearly, substances that cause harm to the body and mind are discouraged or deemed haram. Given the scientific evidence linking excessive sugar consumption to severe health problems, it could be argued that sugar fits this criterion. By classifying sugar as haram, Malaysia would align its health policies with Islamic ethical principles that prioritize the well-being of its citizens.

Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Sugar. Time for whose head to roll. Sleeping on their jobs, makan gaji buta for ages, yet - still sugar intake is undeniably a primary driver of Malaysia’s diabesity epidemic. The excessive consumption of sugar-laden foods and beverages is fueling a rise in obesity, diabetes, and related metabolic disorders.

Posted by EngineeringProfit > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

Moral Responsibility vs irresponsibility: The government has a duty to protect its citizens from preventable diseases. By allowing unrestricted access to sugary foods and drinks, the government is inadvertently enabling unhealthy choices. A haramkan sugar would reflect a commitment to safeguarding public health, particularly among vulnerable populations, including children and low-income groups, who are disproportionately affected by sugar-laden diets.