In January 2013, the Qatar Statistics Authority estimated the country's population at 1,903,447, of which 1,405,164 were males and 498,283 females. At the time of the first census, held in 1970, the population was 111,133.
A metallic taste in the mouth can be attributed to many factors, but the most common causes of this are: 1  Excessive Iron levels in the blood.  Side effect of medications (especially ones used to treat high blood pressure, arthritis and anti-depressants)
Foods may taste differently than before, especially bitter, sweet, and/or salty foods. Some foods may taste bland. Every food may taste the same. You may experience a metallic or chemical taste in your mouth, especially after eating meat or other high-protein foods.