By Dr. Mahmood M. Elsayed, MD Neurosurgeon | Researcher | Brain & Spine Health Advocate | MME Foundation We all want to be healthier, sharper, and more focused—but if you're like me, you're juggling work, family, and everything in between. That’s why a recent study caught my eye: just 5 minutes of brisk walking can measurably improve brain function. Five minutes? I had to try it. 🧪 What the Science Says A new study in Age and Aging tracked over 500 older adults and found that short bursts of moderate-intensity activity , like brisk walking, were linked to improvements in: 🧠Executive function (planning & focus) 🔄 Processing speed (how quickly you think) 💾 Working memory (holding short-term info) Even going from 1 minute to 6 minutes of activity per day showed measurable results— especially for people who were usually sedentary. 🌤 What I Felt After Just One Walk I took the study to heart. I laced up my walking shoes, ...
✈️ A Personal Travel Experience: Why I’m Choosing Air France Over Etihad I usually travel with Air France , my favorite airline, especially for trips to the USA and Canada . Their service has always been consistent, generous, and respectful — even when I had small issues or extra baggage. But on May 26 , I was flying to Abu Dhabi , and since it wasn’t a usual destination for me, I booked my flight with Etihad Airways — using my Air France miles through their Flying Blue app. At the time of booking, Air France provided me with: 25 kg checked baggage One carry-on One personal item All good so far. But the experience that followed at Cairo Airport (Terminal 2) was something I’ve never encountered in all my years of flying. 😓 The Airport Incident When I arrived at the Etihad counter, I informed the supervisor, Ms. Sama , that I had extra bags already at the airport . These were staff bags I needed to take with me. However, the bags were locked , and airport personnel...