What is the ruling on using devices and bracelets that help with weight loss?
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Question:
He says: There is a plastic device that is attached to the hand in the form of a bracelet, used by those who want to reduce their weight. This device calculates the number of steps and the distance they cover. He asks: What is the ruling on wearing this device and placing it on the hand?
Answer:
By Allah, this requires a report from the doctors about this device and that it has medical benefit. A report is required. Yes.
He says: There is a plastic device that is attached to the hand in the form of a bracelet, used by those who want to reduce their weight. This device calculates the number of steps and the distance they cover. He asks: What is the ruling on wearing this device and placing it on the hand?
Answer:
By Allah, this requires a report from the doctors about this device and that it has medical benefit. A report is required. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم استعمال الأجهزة والأساور التي تُساعد في فقدان الوزن؟ لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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