ما هو رأيكم الطبي في نظام الطيبات الخاص بالدكتور ضياء العوضي رحمه الله، خصوصاً فيما يتعلق في الدجاج حيث ان نظريته تقول ان الدجاج في الاسواق حالياً يعتمد بشكل كبير على المضادات الحيوية من اجل الحصول على حجم أكبر هل هناك اي أضرار لهذا النوع؟ وهل هذا الشيئ غير موجود أيضاً في اصناف اللحوم الاخرى من الدواب مثل البقر والماعز ؟ شكراً لكم

Hello Fouad, thank you for your question. The "Tayyibat" system is a controversial diet devised by the late Egyptian physician Dr. Diaa El-Awadi (an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist). His system categorizes foods into "Tayyib" (wholesome/good)—such as natural fats and cooked starches—and "Khabith" or "toxic" (harmful)—such as eggs, chicken, leafy vegetables, and certain legumes.

Regarding your concern about commercial chicken: while the caution is understandable, the sweeping generalization that it is harmful or "not wholesome" is not scientifically proven.

Are antibiotics used to make chickens grow larger?
Historically, yes; they were sometimes used to enhance growth. However, in many countries, their use for this purpose is now banned, and they are primarily used for treatment or prevention under veterinary supervision. The large size of chickens today is usually due to selective breeding, feed, and rapid rearing cycles rather than antibiotics.

Does eating chicken mean you are consuming antibiotics?
Generally no, provided the chicken comes from a regulated market, as there are mandatory withdrawal periods before slaughter. The greater risk lies not in antibiotic residues in the meat, but in antibiotic resistance resulting from their overuse on farms. Consequently, while the use of antibiotics is detrimental from environmental and infectious disease perspectives—potentially making infections harder to treat—there is no direct health risk of the kind often claimed.

Does this issue affect cattle and goats?
Yes, antibiotics may also be used in cattle, goats, and sheep to treat or control diseases. The situation varies depending on the country, regulatory oversight, and farming practices.

Should I avoid chicken?
I see no medical reason to avoid it; it is an excellent and affordable source of protein.

Finally... The most important advice we can offer is to seek out reliable information and consult trusted specialists—experts who do not typically appear on social media. In contrast, social media is often flooded with posts from unqualified or dishonest individuals offering unscientific opinions and advice, much of which is, unfortunately, harmful.

Wishing you continued health and well-being.