''Judaism Dietary Laws''

    

    The challenge I am addressing is the lack of food options for students to meet their religious dietary guidelines of Judaism. Many religions forbid certain food items, have strict requirements about how food should be prepared, and have special dietary practices that must be observed. Following these guidelines helps followers of these religions feel assured that they are eating what is best for their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. ''Jewish dietary laws are known as kashrut and food that adheres to these standards is called kosher''. The general principles of keeping kosher are in the Torah. Kosher foods fall into three categories: meat, dairy, and pareve.   Judaism food.

    It is recommended that Quest's food services include a menu option that is able to follow and be in accordance with the diet of Judaism.The forbidden food of the jews diet is mentioned by the author Mandy Barrow from the website Information on the Jewish Religion. 

• Kosher meat must come from an animal that chews its cud and has split hooves (Ex: cows, sheep, and goats). All blood must be drained from meat and poultry before cooking

• Dairy products and meat products cannot be eaten together. Milk, cheese, and other dairy products must come from a kosher animal (milk, butter, yogurt, and cheese).

• Fish is kosher if it has both fins and scales (Ex: salmon, bass, or trout)

• Utensils that have come into contact with meat may not be used with dairy, and vice versa

    

    For all practicing Jews, meals have an important place in religious life. one of the reasons Jews observe these laws is because the Torah says so. The Torah does not specify a reason for these laws, but for an observant Jew there is no need for a reason: '' Jews show their faith and obedience to God by following the laws even though they do not know the specific reason''.