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Time and again we are faced with the dilemma of the desirable age gap between a husband and a wife. The implicit suggestion concerning the significance of a suitable age gap and its pros and cons differ and depends greatly on the individual character...

Time and again we are faced with the dilemma of th...

Men and women need each other spiritually and intrinsically and such a need is something that does not change because of social changes and industrial and technological advancement. This need is rooted in the nature of human beings and it is this ver...

Men and women need each other spiritually and intr...

The merits of getting married, and especially getting married at an early age, are very great. There are numerous verses of the Holy Qur'an and sayings from the Holy Prophet and his Ahl-ul-Bayt (peace be upon them all) which extol the virtues of gett...

The merits of getting married, and especially gett...

ProphethoodThe Prophets are guides for men towards the straight path, inviters to the unity of God, and the expressers of physical and spiritual reality. They invite us to worship God, and they admonish us not to worship the ungodly. They show men th...

ProphethoodThe Prophets are guides for men towards...

Qur’anThe Qur’an is a divine book, being the light of guidance and the cure for the soul of moral evils; a guide towards better life; a remembrance of God; and an interpreter of realities and an organizer of the affairs. It is a source of guidance an...

Qur’anThe Qur’an is a divine book, being the light...

Spiritual BlessingsMany blessings have been bestowed upon man by God to live a pure life, and only God knows the value of these blessings. Some of these blessings left for us are the intellect, the Quran, Prophethood, Imamate, religious scholars and ...

Spiritual BlessingsMany blessings have been bestow...

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Yield: 6 servings* 1/2 onion, very finely chopped* 2 cups mashed potatoes* 1 tsp salt or to taste* Pinch of freshly ground black pepper* 1/2 cup flour* 2 tbs butter 1. In a large bowl, stir together the cho...

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Yield:...

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes for the pasta Yield: 6 cupsSalad: * 8 oz long fusilli* 1 cup snow peas* 1 cup shredded cooked chicken* 1/2 cup shredded carrots* 1 Tbs sesame seeds* 1 scallion, thinly sliced (optional)Dressing: * 1/4...

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes ...

As fast as children whiz from classroom to activity to home and back again, their brains are just as actively and dramatically growing and changing."These years are critical for brain development, and what they eat affects focus and cognitive skills,...

As fast as children whiz from classroom to activit...

Expert tricks that really work -- even with super-picky eaters -- from The Sneaky Chef Missy Chase Lapine, a Parenting Mom Squad member:Don't make a big deal about it. If you announce "We're going to try something new tonight," your child will just t...

Expert tricks that really work -- even with super-...

I wanted my kids to be good eaters. It mattered quite a lot to me, in fact. But I wondered, during the breast-pump-and-jarred-baby-food days, what I could do to help them grow up liking not only broccoli and oranges but also foods like salmon, fava b...

I wanted my kids to be good eaters. It mattered qu...

When I grab my stethoscope in the morning for a day of seeing typical kids, I know without looking at the appointment list that I'll be viewing the consequences of big portion sizes, overprocessed snacks and sweets, and a lack of veggies. It's not on...

When I grab my stethoscope in the morning for a da...

Let your child choose one of two options--and get his input prior to prepping the meal. (How easy is that?!) A recent Dutch study found that kids appreciated getting the chance to pick a veggie before dinner. In fact, researchers found that "reactive...

Let your child choose one of two options--and get ...

"What is pork, exactly?" my 6-year-old daughter, Frances, asked, eyeing her tenderloin with suspicion. We had just finished reading Charlotte's Web. "Pork is the word we use to describe meat that comes from a pig," I said, as casually as possible. "T...

"What is pork, exactly?" my 6-year-old daughter, F...

Do like Siskel and Ebert. Encourage your child to try a new food by asking her if it's "thumbs up," says Sarah Lawhun, a dietitian with the Healthy Kids, Healthy Weight program, in Cleveland. She gives a thumbs-up if she likes it, thumbs-down if she ...

Do like Siskel and Ebert. Encourage your child to ...

Good: GrapesBetter: RaisinsWhy: A serving of raisins packs more iron. It also has more of the nutrient that kills cavity- and gingivitis-causing bacteria.Good: TomatoBetter: Cherry tomatoWhy: A serving of cherry tomatoes has more lycopene than a serv...

Good: GrapesBetter: RaisinsWhy: A serving of raisi...

Some kids can't stomach the idea of breakfast. But eating a morning meal gives your child essential vitamins and minerals, and replenishes blood sugar -- the brain's main source of fuel -- which dips after a night of fasting. Studies show that breakf...

Some kids can't stomach the idea of breakfast. But...

To get kids (and adults) to eat more fruits and veggies, Welch's and Produce for Better Health Foundation suggests pack lunches with a different color theme every day of the week, using produce from the designated shade. A few ideas:Monday Color: Pur...

To get kids (and adults) to eat more fruits and ve...

Ingredients 1/2 stick butter, softened 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar 4 medium sweet potatoesDirections- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Have your child smoosh together the first five ingr...

Ingredients 1/2 stick butter, softened 1/4 teaspoo...

Ingredients: 3 lbs. frozen squash 3 lbs. frozen creamed corn 1 medium onion, chopped 1/4 box saltine crackers, crushed 1 cup milk 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 2 eggs 1/4 stick butter 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon Lowry season salt How to make it: ...

Ingredients: 3 lbs. frozen squash 3 lbs. frozen cr...

Ingredients: 1 pound green beans 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/4 cup olive oil Zest of 2 large lemons (yellow part only) 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley (optional) 1/3 cup lightly packed grated Parmesan Salt and pepper to tasteHow to make it: -...

Ingredients: 1 pound green beans 2 tablespoons min...