Dr Sumaira Altaf

25/09/2025

A Revolutionary Injection: 💉

Healing Hearts from Within After a Heart Attack
For decades, the immediate aftermath of a heart attack has been a race against time to restore blood flow, yet even successful interventions often leave behind a legacy of damaged heart tissue and a heightened risk of chronic heart failure. Now, groundbreaking research promises to change this paradigm, introducing an injectable therapy designed to help the heart heal itself from the inside out.

Developed by scientists from Northwestern University and UC San Diego, this innovative treatment utilizes specially engineered protein-like polymers (PLPs) to prevent long-term damage and actively promote tissue repair following a myocardial infarction.

The ingenious mechanism behind this therapy lies in its ability to activate the heart’s intrinsic protective pathways. Unlike conventional treatments that primarily focus on restoring circulation, this new approach directly targets a protein known as Keap1. Keap1 typically acts as a suppressor of cellular repair processes. By disabling Keap1, the PLPs unleash another crucial protein, Nrf2.

Once uninhibited, Nrf2 springs into action, orchestrating the activation of a cascade of healing genes. This vital response effectively reduces inflammation, prevents widespread cell death, and critically, encourages the growth of new blood vessels. The result is a more robust and functional heart, less prone to the debilitating effects of post-heart attack scarring and weakness.

The efficacy of this pioneering therapy has been demonstrated in extensive lab and animal studies. A single, low-dose injection of the PLPs was shown to trigger weeks of sustained protection and significantly improved heart function. This represents a monumental leap forward in cardiac care, particularly given that heart attacks are a leading cause of chronic heart failure. By intervening early and effectively at a cellular level, this therapy holds the potential to dramatically curtail long-term complications and improve patients' quality of life.
Researchers highlight that the treatment begins its protective work within minutes of the initial damage, emphasizing its potential for critical early intervention when every moment counts. The technology is now being commercialized by Grove Biopharma, paving the way for its potential translation into clinical practice. This innovation could very well redefine the landscape of heart disease treatment, moving beyond mere damage control to actively empowering the heart to heal itself.

Source: Advanced Materials, April 25, 2025 – “Protein-Like Polymers Protect Against Cardiac Damage Post-Myocardial Infarction”

24/09/2025

🚨 The Silent Danger of Being a People Pleaser

At first, saying yes to everyone feels harmless. You keep the peace 🤝, avoid conflict, and maybe even win approval. But what looks like kindness on the outside can quietly destroy you on the inside.

✨ Research shows that constant people-pleasing doesn’t just drain your energy it reshapes your health.

Emotional exhaustion 😩

Chronic stress 😔

Burnout 🔥

Even higher risk of autoimmune diseases 🧬

Why? Because every time you silence your needs, you teach your body to carry stress it was never built to hold. Over years, that stress becomes illness.

The hardest truth? People-pleasing often grows from old wounds, fear of rejection 💔, childhood trauma 🧒, or the belief that love must be earned. But here’s the hope: healing is possible.

🌱 The journey begins when you…

Set boundaries without guilt 🛑

Learn to say “no” and mean it 🙅‍♀️

Practice self-care as a priority, not a reward 💆‍♀️

Build self-worth from within 🌟

And no, choosing yourself is not selfish. It’s survival.
Experts remind us: stepping away from people-pleasing is really stepping into your wholeness. For neurodivergent individuals, this can mean finding safe communities 💬, using sensory-friendly coping tools 🎧, and reclaiming authenticity without apology.

The question is: How much of yourself are you willing to lose before you start living for you?

📖 Reference: “How People-Pleasing Affects Your Health: Stress, Burnout, and Chronic Illness” by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

- Dr Sumaira Altaf 🌺

23/09/2025

سونا, چاندی اور ہماری صحت ✨

زیورات کا تعلق ہمیشہ سے حسن اور آرائش کے ساتھ جوڑا جاتا ہے، لیکن حقیقت میں یہ صرف زیبائش کا ذریعہ نہیں۔ سونا اور چاندی انسانی صحت، ذہنی سکون اور روحانی توازن پر بھی گہرا اثر ڈالتی ہیں۔ یہی وجہ ہے کہ ہزاروں سال سے یہ دھاتیں نہ صرف دولت کی علامت رہیں بلکہ شفا، توانائی اور حفاظت کے لیے بھی استعمال کی جاتی رہی ہیں۔

📜 تاریخی جھلک

قدیم مصر میں فرعون اور ان کے خاندان سونا پہنتے تاکہ طاقت اور قوتِ حیات (Life Force) بڑھے۔

یونان اور روم میں چاندی کو بیماریوں کے خلاف ڈھال سمجھا جاتا تھا۔ ان کے برتن اور دوائیں چاندی سے بنی ہوتیں تاکہ جراثیم ختم ہوں۔

برصغیر کی روایات میں سونا عورتوں کی خوشحالی کی علامت اور چاندی بچوں و بزرگوں کے تحفظ کے لیے ضروری سمجھی جاتی تھی۔

🕌 اسلامی پہلو

اسلام میں مردوں کے لیے سونا ممنوع ہے لیکن عورتوں کے لیے اس کی اجازت دی گئی ہے، اور یہی حکمت اس بات کی طرف اشارہ کرتی ہے کہ عورت کی جسمانی اور روحانی ساخت کو سونے سے زیادہ فائدہ ملتا ہے۔
چاندی کے بارے میں روایات میں آتا ہے کہ نبی کریم ﷺ نے چاندی کی انگوٹھی استعمال فرمائی۔ چاندی کو ہمیشہ پاکیزگی، سادگی اور برکت کی علامت سمجھا گیا ہے۔

🌟 سونا: توانائی اور اعتماد کی علامت

❤️ خون کی روانی بہتر بنانے میں مددگار مانا جاتا ہے۔

🧠 ذہنی ارتکاز اور یادداشت کو مضبوط کرتا ہے۔

💪 اعتماد اور حوصلے کو بڑھاتا ہے۔

✨ اوپری حصوں (کان، گلا، ہاتھ) میں پہننے سے شخصیت کو توانائی بخشتا ہے۔

🔔 خوشحالی اور کامیابی کو اپنی طرف متوجہ کرنے والا عنصر مانا جاتا ہے۔

❄️ چاندی: سکون اور توازن کی دھات

🌡️ جسم کی حرارت اور سوزش کو کم کرنے میں مدد دیتی ہے۔

😌 اعصاب کو سکون دیتی ہے اور دباؤ کم کرتی ہے۔

🔄 جسمانی نظام میں ہم آہنگی پیدا کرتی ہے۔

🌍 نچلے حصوں (پائل، انگوٹھی، کمر بند) میں پہننے سے توانائی کا بہاؤ متوازن رہتا ہے۔

✨ ہالہ (Aura) کو منفی اثرات سے بچاتی ہے اور روحانی تحفظ دیتی ہے۔

🧘 زیورات اور انسانی صحت

🩺 جسمانی صحت

سونا اور چاندی خون کی روانی کو بہتر اور جسم کے اندرونی توازن کو مضبوط کرتے ہیں۔

چاندی میں قدرتی اینٹی بیکٹیریل اثرات پائے جاتے ہیں جو جراثیم کو ختم کرتے ہیں۔

💭 ذہنی سکون

سونا اعتماد بڑھاتا اور خوش مزاجی لاتا ہے۔

چاندی ذہنی دباؤ اور بے چینی کو کم کرتی ہے۔

✨ روحانی توازن اور ہالہ کی حفاظت

سونا مثبت توانائی کو کھینچتا اور منفی اثرات کو کم کرتا ہے۔

چاندی زمین سے جوڑتی اور اندرونی استحکام پیدا کرتی ہے۔

دونوں مل کر انسان کے ہالہ کو ایک مضبوط ڈھال فراہم کرتے ہیں۔

سونا اور چاندی زیورات کے طور پر صرف جسم کو خوشنما نہیں بناتے بلکہ ہماری جسمانی صحت، ذہنی سکون اور روحانی توازن کے ضامن بھی ہیں۔ سونا توانائی اور اعتماد بخشتا ہے، چاندی سکون اور تحفظ عطا کرتی ہے۔ یہ دونوں دھاتیں مل کر انسان کو ظاہری حسن کے ساتھ اندرونی طاقت اور مضبوطی بھی عطا کرتی ہیں۔
- Dr Sumaira Altaf 🌺

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23/09/2025

The Healing Power of Gold and Silver Jewelry ✨

For centuries, gold and silver have been cherished not just for their beauty, but for their profound effects on our well-being. Ancient traditions and modern insights suggest that these precious metals, when worn correctly, can offer significant health benefits, influencing our physical, mental, and spiritual health. They are believed to be more than just accessories; they are tools for protection and balance.

The Benefits of Gold for the Upper Body ☀️
Gold, often associated with the sun, is believed to possess a warm, vibrant energy. Wearing gold jewelry on the upper body like necklaces, earrings, and bracelets is thought to enhance this energy and promote various health benefits.
Improved Circulation and Heart Health: Gold is considered a powerful conductor of energy. When worn close to the heart, such as in a necklace or pendant, it is said to improve blood circulation.
This is believed to strengthen the cardiovascular system and help regulate blood pressure, contributing to a healthier heart. ❤️

Mental Clarity and Confidence: The energy of gold is thought to calm the mind, reduce anxiety, and alleviate stress. Wearing it can boost self-confidence and attract positive energy, promoting a more optimistic outlook. 🧠

Enhanced Immunity and Vitality: Gold is believed to balance the body's energy flow, which helps reduce fatigue and strengthen the immune system. Its anti-inflammatory properties may also help with conditions like arthritis and joint pain. 💪

Aura Protection: Gold is widely considered a protective shield against negative energy. It is thought to strengthen one's aura, protecting it from external negative influences and promoting a sense of security and well-being. 🛡️

The Benefits of Silver for the Lower Body 🌙
In contrast, silver is often linked to the moon, symbolizing coolness, tranquility, and emotional balance. Wearing silver jewelry on the lower body, such as anklets and toe rings, is believed to help ground the body and promote stability.

Regulating Body Temperature: Silver has a cooling effect and is an excellent conductor of heat. Wearing silver anklets or bracelets is thought to absorb excess body heat, helping to maintain a stable body temperature and reduce swelling in the feet and ankles. ❄️

Joint Pain and Inflammation Relief: Silver's well-known antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties have been used for centuries to treat wounds and reduce swelling. Wearing silver on the ankles and feet may help alleviate joint pain and inflammation in those areas. 🦶

Emotional Stability: Silver is believed to have a calming effect on the mind, helping to soothe restlessness and emotional distress. It promotes inner peace and emotional balance, which contributes to overall mental health. 🧘

Grounding and Cleansing the Aura: Silver is believed to absorb negative energy from the body and the environment, purifying one's aura. Wearing it on the lower body is said to help ground the person, creating a stable and balanced energetic connection with the earth. 🌍

Conclusion 🔮
The use of gold and silver in jewelry goes far beyond simple adornment. These metals are believed to hold unique energetic properties that can positively impact our physical and mental health. By understanding and embracing their traditional uses, we can wear them with intention, not just for style but as tools for holistic well-being.
- Dr Sumaira Altaf 🌺

15/09/2025

The true joy of success lies in witnessing others shine… 💫
Being part of the Global Success Summit 2025 as a Jury Member for the Media Category was one such journey. 🌍💫 Surrounded by brilliant minds and extraordinary talent, I witnessed how passion and hard work can truly reshape the future.

Along the way, I also shared a few reflections in an interview a simple reminder that success is never individual, it’s always collective. 🎤🌟

This experience reaffirmed my belief that when we celebrate others, we grow together. 🙏💐



Interview by: Abdullah Hussain

Thynx for the brilliant event 👍✨
DrUmar Zaman Umarify APD College of Alternative Medicine

09/09/2025

A Public Service Message 🌧️

شہر کی موجودہ بارشوں اور اربن فلڈنگ کے پیشِ نظر سب سے بڑی ذمہ داری اپنی اور اپنے پیاروں کی حفاظت ہے۔ اس وقت احتیاطی تدابیر ہی آپ کو اور آپ کے گھر والوں کو محفوظ رکھ سکتی ہیں۔

براہ کرم یہ اقدامات لازمی اختیار کریں:

⚠️ غیر ضروری باہر نہ نکلیں۔
⚠️ بجلی کے کھمبوں اور ننگی تاروں سے دور رہیں۔
⚠️ بچوں کو ہرگز پانی یا سڑکوں پر نہ جانے دیں۔
⚠️ نشیبی اور پانی بھرے علاقوں سے پرہیز کریں۔
⚠️ پینے کا صاف پانی اور خشک خوراک پہلے سے محفوظ رکھیں۔
⚠️ موبائل فون اور ایمرجنسی لائٹس مکمل چارج رکھیں۔
⚠️ ایمرجنسی نمبرز اپنے پاس لازمی رکھیں۔

🙏 میری آپ سب سے اپیل ہے کہ اس مشکل وقت میں صبر و تحمل کا مظاہرہ کریں اور احتیاط کو ترجیح دیں۔
زندگی سب سے قیمتی ہے، اسے محفوظ رکھنا ہماری ذمہ داری ہے۔

🤲 اللہ تعالیٰ ہم سب کو اپنی حفظ و امان میں رکھے اور اس آزمائش سے جلد نجات عطا فرمائے۔

👉 Stay Home, Stay Safe
_ Dr Sumaira Altaf 🌺

07/09/2025

27/08/2025

🌍✨ Global Success Summit 2025 ✨🌍

Feeling proud to share that I’ll be part of the 1st Global Success Summit organized by APD College of Alternative Medicine &
DrUmar Zaman Umarify
🙌 a platform where leaders, changemakers, and passionate professionals from different fields come together to celebrate success, innovation, and the spirit of Pakistan 🇵🇰💚

This summit is not just an event… it’s a recognition of all those who are making a difference, uplifting communities, and putting Pakistan on the global map with their services & dedication 🌟

💡 I’m truly honored to be nominated and can’t wait to represent my journey alongside so many inspiring individuals! 🌸

Let’s celebrate growth, resilience, and success together. 🌍❤️

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