This chapter emphasizes the significance of cultural competency and its relevance to health care through an Islamic lens. While Islamic texts do not directly address cultural competence, they highlight principles aligning with its values and highlight the importance of understanding and respecting various cultures. Addressing the health care needs of Muslim patients necessitates a thorough integration of cultural, religious, and spiritual considerations, recognizing the substantial influence of religion and spirituality on health care decisions. This chapter discusses the importance for public health care practitioners to be equipped with the requisite skills and knowledge to cater to the specific needs of Muslim patients and communities and the adherence to religious beliefs and practices. The foundational principles of cultural competencies, deeply rooted in Islamic values, can be universally applied in health care settings, ensuring health care providers are culturally competent and capable of offering culturally congruent care within an Islamic context.

In Islam, the act of eating is considered a form of worship and adoration when performed as prescribed by Allah and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This chapter explores the recommendations related to eating and dietary practices as indicated in the Holy Qu’ran and Prophetic guidance. These recommendations emphasize promoting balanced, clean, nutritious, varied, and diverse food choices in addition to appropriate eating etiquettes. Comparing these Islamic recommendations with contemporary scientific findings from peer-reviewed studies lends itself towards how these recommendations could contribute to the overall quality of eating and well-being of Muslim communities. This chapter highlights how these conducts are valuable and could be congruently applied through faith-based health education programs to promote public health within the Islamic context.