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In this Arabic monologue, the speaker explains that eating locusts (جراد) is halal for Muslims, citing a prophetic hadith that permits the consumption of dead animals, fish, and locusts, and referencing Ibn Abi al‑Awfa’s account of the Prophet’s six or seven raids during which locusts were eaten. The speaker then details the nutritional profile of locusts—about 62 % protein (≈30 g per 200 g serving), magnesium five times higher than meat, iron double that of spinach, and omega‑3 levels exceeding those in fish. He claims locusts can help treat rheumatism, back pain, and childhood growth delays. Finally, he mentions common preparation methods such as grilling, frying, and boiling.
