Oasis Clinics

10/08/2025

25 years of your life. That’s how much time the average young person will spend scrolling on their phone; 5.5 hours every single day.

It’s no surprise then that:
📉 76% say their wellbeing suffers from excessive phone use
📉 75% say their studies have been negatively affected
📉 68% want to spend less time online but feel stuck in the habit

As Oliver Burkeman reminds us in The 4000 Weeks, our time is the most precious thing we have, and yet most of us give away decades of it without noticing.

What if we reimagined our relationship with technology?
💡 Delay smartphones for kids until at least 14, giving their brains space to develop attention, focus, and real-world social skills.
💡 Create screen-free hours each day, even for adults.
💡 Replace passive scrolling with active living: movement, connection, hobbies, nature.

Every minute you reclaim is an investment in your mental, emotional, and physical health.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

09/08/2025

The attention apocalypse. This report is astonishing. Young people say they increasingly struggle to make plans and follow through on them. They feel distracted, careless.

They also say they feel less outgoing and talkative. Young people also report feeling less helpful and less trusting, as well as more argumentative.

These are people’s own self-assessments, and they are a terrible indictment on the .

John Burn-Burdoch is one of the journalists doing the most to help us understand the massive changes to society, consciousness, and now personality in the smarphone era.

09/08/2025

🧠 Dopamine Hijack & The Attention Reset

If you feel tired, craving, or unfocused, it’s not weakness. Your brain is doing its job:
→ Seek reward 🥇
→ Avoid threat 🚨
→ Keep you alive

The problem? Modern life hijacks this system. Ultra-processed food, constant notifications, and overstimulation flood your brain with dopamine. Over time, receptors dull. Motivation drops, focus scatters, and emotional regulation suffers.

Signs include blood sugar crashes, brain fog, and disconnection from yourself and others.

The good news: biology is adaptable. Here’s how to reset your brain for focus and energy:

1. Non-Sleep Deep Rest (yoga nidra): 30 mins can restore focus networks like 4 hours of deep sleep.

2. Sleep Optimization: 7–9 hrs nightly; keep your room cool, dark, and quiet.

3. Focused Attention Meditation: Each “return” to your breath strengthens focus circuits.

4. Open Monitoring Meditation: Observe thoughts without reacting; reduces rumination by 40%.

5. Aerobic Exercise: 30+ minutes boosts BDNF, growing new neurons for attention.

6. HIIT: Short bursts plus recovery to boost brain growth chemicals.

7. Nature Exposure: 10 mins in nature can improve working memory by 20%.

8. Digital Detox: Reduce task-switching; create tech-free zones.

9. Mindful Movement: Yoga or tai chi train focus while moving.

10. Environment Design: Clear clutter, face a wall, minimize sensory distractions.

11. CBT: Build planning, problem-solving, and mental resilience.

12. No News Diet: Avoid fear-driven cortisol spikes.

13. Neurofeedback: Train brainwaves linked to focus.

14. Cold Exposure: 2 minutes can raise norepinephrine by over 500%.

Combine these with nutrient-dense food, steady blood sugar, movement, and connection! Your brain will start seeking reward in what truly heals.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

28/07/2025

Lifestyle Medicine = Genetic Power Switch 🧬⚙️

Think you’re stuck with your genes? Think again.

While genetics may load the gun, lifestyle pulls the trigger (or doesn’t).

Just because Lifestyle Medicine doesn’t come in pill form 💊 doesn’t mean it’s fluffy. In fact, it’s more powerful than most medications when done right.

🔁 Enter Epigenetics

Epigenetics = the switches that turn genes on or off. These switches don’t change your DNA, but they determine how your genes behave.

The best part? You control many of these switches through:

🏃‍♀️ Exercise

🍽️ Nutrition (especially high-protein + fiber-rich diets)

😴 Quality sleep

🧘 Stress reduction

🌱 Clean environments that buffer the obesogenic world around you

Yes, you might carry genes linked to obesity or insulin resistance, but that doesn’t mean they have to express themselves. Lifestyle can dial them down.

⚙️ Rewriting Risk into Resilience

Structured exercise, smart food choices, and sleep hygiene can:

Lower appetite dysregulation

Reduce inflammation

Improve insulin sensitivity

Reprogram fat cells toward a leaner profile

You’re not stuck with the hand you were dealt. You can change how your body reads your DNA.

🧬 Genes aren’t your destiny, your daily decisions are.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

26/07/2025

Is it depression, or circadian disruption disguised as jet lag?

Groundbreaking research from the University of Sydney may reframe how we think about mental health.

🧠 The finding:
Nearly 1 in 4 young people seeking mental health care showed disrupted body clocks, patterns that mimicked jet lag, despite never traveling.

Inside their bodies?
Biological chaos. Their internal clocks, governing sleep, hormones, and body temperature, were out of sync.

📊 Researchers tracked three core systems:
→ Core body temperature cycles
→ Cortisol (the “get-up-and-go” hormone)
→ Melatonin (your “wind-down” hormone)

💥 What they found:
The greater the misalignment between these systems, the higher the depressive symptoms.

In many cases, a person’s core body temperature was running on an earlier clock (e.g., saying 3AM), while cortisol was signaling it was 7AM. Their internal systems weren’t working together—and that disconnect may show up as mood disorders.

This shifts the question from "What's wrong psychologically?" to "Is this a biological timekeeping problem?"

Instead of reaching immediately for medication, this research suggests we should restore circadian alignment first, because the body’s natural rhythms are not optional; they are foundational.

Where to start?
🌞 Get morning sunlight daily
🌞 Fill your daytime with bright, natural light
🌙 Embrace dimmer light after sunset
⏰ Stick to regular sleep/wake times
🍽️ Eat meals at consistent, biologically appropriate hours

🧭 And here’s a Pro Tip for evenings:
If you like to wind down with content, try replacing screens with audio podcasts or a good book under soft, warm light. Whether you're diving into intellectually curious topics or something lighter and meditative, you'll be doing your brain a favor by minimizing blue light and overstimulation before bed.

22/07/2025

🧠 Feeling anxious, tired, or foggy lately? It might not just be stress..

It could be magnesium deficiency, and it’s more common than you think.

Over 60% of adults are magnesium deficient, especially if you’re over 40, stressed, or eat a lot of processed food. And the symptoms? They often mimic stress or burnout:

😣 Fatigue
💤 Poor sleep
😤 Irritability
🤕 Headaches
🧠 Brain fog
🦵 Muscle cramps
🍫 Sugar cravings
📈 High blood pressure or blood sugar

🔄 Stress and Magnesium: The Vicious Cycle

Stress drains magnesium
⬇️
Low magnesium makes stress worse
⬇️
More stress = deeper deficiency

🧪 So why does magnesium matter so much?

Because it supports:
✔️ Nervous system balance
✔️ Sleep & relaxation
✔️ Blood sugar & pressure control
✔️ Mitochondrial energy
✔️ Mood & inflammation regulation

🧬 Did you know?
A 2020 study found magnesium (especially glycinate & threonate) helped people with treatment-resistant depression feel better within 1 week, improving mood, sleep, and anxiety. That’s faster than most antidepressants.

🧠 How to Choose the Right Magnesium:
Symptom -> Best Form
Stress & Sleep -> Glycinate
Brain Fog -> L-Threonate
Muscle Pain -> Malate
Constipation -> Citrate
Heart Health -> Taurate

💡 Pair it with Vitamin B6, D, and boron for best absorption.

🥑 Boost Your Magnesium Naturally:
✔️ Leafy greens
✔️ Pumpkin seeds
✔️ Almonds, cashews
✔️ Black beans
✔️ Quinoa
✔️ Avocados
✔️ Dark chocolate (70%+)

💊 Should You Supplement?
If you’re stressed, on medications like PPIs or diuretics, or over 40, yes, it might help. Start low, go slow. Always talk to your doctor first.

✨ Support your body. Don’t just manage symptoms.
🧘 Magnesium could be the missing link to feeling like yourself again.

🔗 Link in bio/comments to read the full article.

Oasis Clinics | Evidence-based. Patient-focused.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

21/07/2025

☀️ Summer Nutrition and Workplace Performance 🍉

🔬 The neuroscience behind summer nutrition is fascinating and has direct applications for workplace cognitive performance.

📕 Recent research demonstrates that seasonal eating patterns significantly impact executive function, working memory, and decision-making capabilities. Here's what the current evidence shows:

Key Research Findings:

🧠 Boost Your Brain with Blueberries (and More!)
Berries like blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries are rich in anthocyanins—plant compounds that may help improve memory and brain function. These antioxidants can reach your brain and may support the growth of new brain cells.
👉 Try adding a handful of berries to your breakfast or smoothie.

🐟 Fuel Focus with Omega-3s
Omega-3s (especially DHA) found in fatty fish like salmon, sardines, and mackerel can support memory and mental clarity. They help your brain stay sharp and flexible.
👉 Aim for 2 servings of oily fish per week or consider an algae-based supplement if you're plant-based.

🥑 Stay Sharp with Healthy Fats
Foods rich in monounsaturated fats—like avocados, olive oil, and nuts (e.g., almonds and hazelnuts)—are linked to better attention and decision-making.
👉 Use olive oil for salad dressings or snack on a handful of nuts for a brain-friendly boost.

🥬 Think Better with Folate & B-Vitamins
Leafy greens like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard, plus beans, lentils, and eggs, are packed with folate and B vitamins. These nutrients help slow brain aging and support memory.
👉 Add greens to your meals daily, or start your day with an egg and veggie scramble.

👩🏽‍⚖️ Professional Applications:

- Strategic meal timing around cognitive demands
- Incorporating brain-supporting foods into workplace nutrition
- Understanding individual variation in cognitive-nutrition responses
- Leveraging seasonal food availability for peak performance

Critical Considerations: Most research involves observational studies or short-term interventions. Individual responses vary significantly, and optimal dosages remain under investigation.

18/07/2025

15 years. 3 locations. 1 mission. 💚

From Sheikh Zayed to East Cairo to the North Coast, Oasis Clinics has earned your trust through patient-centric, evidence-based care.

We’re honored to be featured by Enterprise AM as the #1 clinic on the North Coast! 🏖️

Our commitment has always been clear:
👉 Don’t just treat disease, create health.
👉 Empower through information.
👉 Stay rooted in science, not trends.

While others may imitate, adopting our name or palette, we take it as a compliment. It means we're doing something right. 😉

Thank you for making us your clinic of choice. Here's to healthier communities, together. 💙

Link in comments!

14/07/2025

The best food for children is simple, real, and seasonal 🌱

In a world of brightly coloured baby food pouches, we forget that many are ultra-processed, high in sugar, and low in nutrition.

We’ve normalised convenience; but what’s the long-term cost to our children’s health?

💡 Those early years matter — a child’s gut, taste buds, and immune system are still forming. This is a powerful window to lay the foundation for lifelong well-being.

What can we do instead?

🥕 Start with real food
Ditch the “kid food” labels and keep it simple:

Steamed or puréed veggies (like carrot, broccoli, pumpkin)

Ripe, seasonal fruits (pear, banana, apple)

Gentle soups and porridges with breast milk or plant-based milk

🥣 Think oats, not boxes
Soak oats overnight, grate in an apple, and let your child pick their toppings: berries, seeds, or soft nuts.
Rich in fibre, iron, magnesium and B vitamins — this helps both body and brain grow strong.

👅 Early tastes shape lifelong preferences
A child who gets veggies first is more likely to enjoy them later. If they reject something? Don’t give up — studies show it may take 10–15 tries before they accept a new food.

👐 Invite them in
Kids love to help. Even toddlers can:

Pick a fruit for breakfast

Rinse vegetables

Sprinkle toppings

This creates positive food memories and helps build confidence, curiosity, and trust in real food.

Let’s raise a generation that loves food that loves them back 💚

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

10/07/2025

🧠💓🦵 Your mitochondria are the “powerhouses” of your cells; and keeping them healthy plays a major role in your overall wellbeing.

Certain nutrients and natural compounds have been shown to support mitochondrial function, especially in areas like the brain, heart, muscles, and liver. While many studies begin in lab or animal models, some of these compounds are also being studied in people, with promising results under the right conditions.

What makes a difference?
It’s not just about the supplement itself, but how your body absorbs and uses it, including your age, lifestyle, and any health conditions you may have. These factors shape where in your body the support is needed most and how strong the effects might be.

Some examples include:

Coenzyme Q10 for energy production ⚡

Omega-3 fatty acids for cell membrane health 🐟

NAD+ boosters and Acetyl L-carnitine for healthy aging 🧬

Green tea extract (EGCG) and Resveratrol for cellular defense 🍵🍇

Every case is unique. If you're curious whether mitochondrial support is right for you, talk to your healthcare provider at Oasis Clinics.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

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04/07/2025

How you eat might be wrecking your digestion.

Let’s clean up your habits before you overhaul your diet (again).

Bloating, fatigue, reflux after meals?
Before you reach for another supplement or protocol, try changing how you eat, not just what you eat.

👉 One of the most overlooked tools for better digestion and energy is something called eating hygiene, and no, it’s not about washing your hands (though that helps too 😄).

It’s about building simple, mindful habits around meals that support your body's natural digestion process.

Here are 5 ways to clean up your eating hygiene 👇

1. Slow Down

Your gut needs about 20 minutes to tell your brain it’s full. Eat too fast, and you’re more likely to overeat and feel bloated later.

🌀 Try this: Put your fork down between bites. Breathe. Stop racing through meals.

2. Chew More Than You Think You Need To

Chewing is the only part of digestion you fully control. Less chewing = more gas, bloating, and digestive strain.

🌀 Try this: Chew each bite until it’s nearly liquid.

3. Prioritize the Act of Eating
Meals in the car or while scrolling = "fight or flight" mode = sluggish digestion.

🌀 Try this: Sit down. Ditch distractions. Make eating the main event.

4. Go Easy on the Water
Hydration matters, but guzzling water during meals can dilute stomach acid.
🌀 Try this: Sip lightly with food, and hydrate more between meals.

5. Eat in a Calm Environment

Your mood affects your digestion. Stress tightens everything, including your gut.

🌀 Try this: Light a candle. Play soft music. Take 3 deep breaths before your first bite.

Bottom line?

Eating hygiene is one of the simplest ways to improve digestion and it’s completely free.

No diet overhaul. No pricey supplements. Just better habits.

📞 To book an appointment:
📍 Sheikh Zayed: 0100-4000777
📍 East Cairo: 0100-2665777
📍 Sahel: 0100-4000776

30/06/2025

🌊 عيادات أواسيس – من سنة 2010 وإحنا بنقدم أعلى مستوى من الرعاية الطبية في الشرق الأوسط

🏖️ موجودين معاكم طول الصيف في الساحل الشمالي - مصر بخدمات متكاملة ورعاية من نخبة الأطباء

🏥 أشعة، رسم قلب، وموجات صوتية على القلب – في العيادة أو في البيت
💻 كشف أونلاين مع أساتذة واستشاريين كبار
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🦷 خدمات أسنان متكاملة مع SmileOn Dental Center
💉 تحاليل كاملة مع معمل ألفا
🏡 زيارات منزلية 24 ساعة يوميًا
🚑 إسعافات أولية
🦴 جبائر وكسور
🩹 علاج الجروح البسيطة والإجراءات الجراحية البسيطة
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📞 للحجز والاستفسار كلمنا أو ابعت واتساب: 201004000776+
📍 قرية الدبلوماسيين ٣ – سيدي عبد الرحمن، مصر

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