Ramadan is not a reason to neglect a healthy lifestyle. On the contrary, the body requires proper nutrition to stay energized throughout a full day of fasting. One essential nutrient that often becomes a focus during Ramadan is protein, especially for individuals who remain physically active or aim to maintain body composition.
Protein plays a key role in supporting muscle maintenance, promoting satiety, and aiding recovery. With limited eating windows at suhoor and iftar, protein powder offers a practical solution to help meet daily protein needs without excessive portions.
Benefits of Protein Powder During Fasting
Consuming protein powder at suhoor or after breaking the fast can help:
- Maintain stable energy levels throughout the day
- Reduce excessive hunger during fasting hours
- Support muscle maintenance, particularly for those exercising lightly
- Assist weight management during Ramadan
However, for Muslim consumers, these benefits must be accompanied by one crucial factor: halal assurance.
Why Halal Compliance in Protein Powder Matters
Protein powder products are not composed solely of protein sources such as whey or plant-based proteins. They also contain additives like flavorings, sweeteners, colorants, and thickeners. Without proper oversight, several risks may arise, including:
- Whey derived from non-halal cheese processing
- Additives containing alcohol or pork derivatives
- Cross-contamination within manufacturing facilities
Therefore, protein powder consumed during Ramadan must be halal not only in ingredients, but also in processing methods and production facilities.
SUCOFINDO’s Role in Halal Audit for Protein Powder
As an independent Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) body, PT SUCOFINDO (PERSERO) provides comprehensive halal audit and certification services for protein powder products in accordance with BPJPH/MUI standards.
Scope of Halal Audit for Protein Powder
- Processing Aids & Chemical Materials
Verification of chemicals and solvents used during extraction and purification to ensure their sources and carriers are free from non-halal substances. - Additives & Flavor Enhancers
Assessment of all flavorings, colorants, preservatives, and animal-based additives to ensure they originate from halal sources. - Cross-Contamination Risk
Evaluation of production facilities and equipment to prevent contact with non-halal materials, particularly pork and its derivatives. - Fermentation By-Products
Review of fermentation processes related to alcohol formation to ensure it is non-intoxicating and without intentional alcohol addition. - Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO)
Traceability review of genetic material sources in GMO-based ingredients to ensure they do not originate from haram sources.
This structured approach ensures that protein powder products are not only nutritionally beneficial, but also fully compliant with halal principles.
Healthy, Halal, and Confident Throughout Ramadan
Maintaining a healthy diet during Ramadan is about balance—between nutrition, physical activity, and religious values. With protein powder that has undergone halal audit and certification, consumers can fast with confidence while staying energized.
For manufacturers, halal audit is more than a regulatory requirement—it is an investment in credibility, consumer trust, and long-term market sustainability. With SUCOFINDO as a trusted partner, halal compliance for protein powder can be assured from raw materials to final products.
Stay strong during fasting, maintain proper nutrition, and ensure halal compliance—together with SUCOFINDO.
