On reflection of his influence was the Egyptian parliament's repeated blocking of legislation permitting organ-transplant operations, after Alsharawi issued a Fatwā declaring such operations Haraam (sinful)(in case organs are sold and not just "donated") on the grounds that `humans do not own their bodies`.
Literally meaning 'doubtful' or 'suspect,' foods are labeled mushbooh when it is unclear whether they are Halal (consumption is permitted) or Haraam (consumption is prohibited).
This is supported by the words of Prophet Muhammad: “The difference between what is halaal and what is haraam is beating the daff and raising the voice at weddings.”