SahtakAwalan

SahtakAwalan Your Health First Campaign

An educational health program initiated by Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar in association with the Ministry of Public Health for a healthier community.

Emotional connection can subtly influence your body. Studies show that heart rates may synchronize during calm conversat...
15/02/2026

Emotional connection can subtly influence your body. Studies show that heart rates may synchronize during calm conversation, shared emotions, or moments of deep empathy.
A quiet expression of closeness.

As soon as you move, your muscles begin using stored energy to fuel your activity. This happens before any food reaches ...
10/02/2026

As soon as you move, your muscles begin using stored energy to fuel your activity. This happens before any food reaches them, and it's how your body keeps you moving even when you're fasting. Your system is designed to use internal reserves efficiently. 🏃‍♂️

Researchers now believe that long-term stress hormones can change how scars heal even years later.Tension affects collag...
05/02/2026

Researchers now believe that long-term stress hormones can change how scars heal even years later.

Tension affects collagen, inflammation, and nerve endings.
Your skin remembers more than you think.

The human sense of smell is incredibly powerful.Your brain can store and recognize tens of thousands of scents, which is...
03/02/2026

The human sense of smell is incredibly powerful.
Your brain can store and recognize tens of thousands of scents, which is why familiar smells can trigger memories instantly.
A reminder of how closely scent is tied to memory. 👃🧠

Some regions of your brain age faster than others especially those tied to memory and emotion.Lifestyle, sleep, and ment...
28/01/2026

Some regions of your brain age faster than others especially those tied to memory and emotion.

Lifestyle, sleep, and mental engagement can slow that process.
It’s not just about aging well it’s about training your brain to stay young.

Before serums and setting sprays, there was ice.Rubbing an ice cube on your face tightens blood vessels, boosts circulat...
25/01/2026

Before serums and setting sprays, there was ice.

Rubbing an ice cube on your face tightens blood vessels, boosts circulation, and gives that natural glow in seconds.
It’s not just an old-school hack - cooling constricts pores and reduces inflammation like a mini cryo facial.

That golden crust or smoky grill mark? It comes with a cost.Cooking at high heat creates advanced glycation end products...
22/01/2026

That golden crust or smoky grill mark? It comes with a cost.

Cooking at high heat creates advanced glycation end products and compounds that accelerate inflammation and aging.

Turn the flame down, marinate more, or steam instead.
Your pan can age you faster than time itself.

The microbiome is the vast community of bacteria, fungi, viruses and their genes that live on and inside your body. Thes...
20/01/2026

The microbiome is the vast community of bacteria, fungi, viruses and their genes that live on and inside your body.

These tiny roommates help digest food, train your immune system and even influence your mood. If they get out of balance, a ripple effect occurs, affecting a diversity of issues, from digestion to mental health.

Simple acts matter: have plant-rich meals, add varied fibre, and keep moving to give your internal ecosystem a better chance to thrive.

New AI-driven systems can analyse your skin’s hydration, barrier damage and even early inflammation — all from a reflect...
14/01/2026

New AI-driven systems can analyse your skin’s hydration, barrier damage and even early inflammation — all from a reflection. For example, one study introduces the “Internet-of-Mirrors” (IoM)

The concept: interconnected smart mirrors with sensors that monitor health and beauty metrics in real time.

That means the mirror in your bathroom might soon double as your health check-in station.

When the temperature drops, your body’s natural sleep process kicks in faster. Your core cools, your heart rate slows, a...
11/01/2026

When the temperature drops, your body’s natural sleep process kicks in faster. Your core cools, your heart rate slows, and melatonin starts flowing.
That’s why a slightly chilly room helps you fall asleep quicker and sleep deeper.
A scientifically proven reason to keep the blanket and turn the AC low. 😴

Ingredients (2 cups):1 cup low-fat or oat milk (unsweetened)1 cup water1–2 black tea bags (or loose black tea)2–3 crushe...
07/01/2026

Ingredients (2 cups):

1 cup low-fat or oat milk (unsweetened)

1 cup water

1–2 black tea bags (or loose black tea)

2–3 crushed cardamom pods

1 small piece of cinnamon stick (optional)

½ tsp ginger (fresh or powdered, optional for warmth)

1–2 tsp honey or stevia (instead of sugar)

Instructions:

In a saucepan, bring water, cardamom, and cinnamon to a boil.

Add the tea and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Pour in milk, lower the heat, and let it simmer another 3–4 minutes.

Sweeten with honey or stevia.

Strain into cups and enjoy your light, creamy, and heart-friendly karak.

Not literally, but close. Your gut and brain are constantly “chatting” through the vagus nerve, sending real-time update...
05/01/2026

Not literally, but close. Your gut and brain are constantly “chatting” through the vagus nerve, sending real-time updates about mood, hunger, and even memory.
That’s why a bad meal can ruin your day and why "butterflies" in your stomach are a thing.
Keep your signal strong: eat fiber, hydrate, and manage stress.

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