Author: Dr. Malik

Anyone who has been to our clinic knows how much we emphasize proper stretching, especially after an injury. Stretching is essential and should be performed not only by joggers or athletes but by everyone. Why is stretching important? Let’s explore. Stretching keeps the muscles and the body flexible, and muscles strong and healthy. Being flexible…

Neck pain is becoming more prevalent in the children we see in our clinic. The amount of time children are spending on devices is contributing to chronic neck and upper back pain.   A study recently reported in the Journal of The Canadian Chiropractic Association investigated the correlation between Chiropractic Care for neck pain in…

Chole (or chana) masala is a popular vegetarian dish throughout Northern India. In this easy recipe, chickpeas and tomatoes are simmered with a mixture of fried garlic, ginger, onion, and serrano chiles plus traditional Indian spices like cumin, garam masala, coriander, and turmeric. Top this spicy, fragrant dish with cooling yogurt and a drizzle of…

One of my New Year’s Resolutions this year has been to watch more documentaries.  I have been sharing a few notable documentaries with my patients over the past month; one of my favourites being Food Inc. Disclaimer: do not watch this during dinner! Food Inc. is a great documentary showcasing how industrialized the food industry…

By Dr Ayesha Qureshi More and more cases of influenza are emerging across the country and infectious disease experts are warning the worst is yet to come.  The past year the flu vaccine had low effectiveness rates and although this year’s vaccine may be a closer match it still won’t offer full immunity against influenza….

Some of the most common signs of allergies involve the respiratory system. Most people with allergies find it difficult to breathe, and may even have symptoms of wheezing, coughing and sneezing. These symptoms can increase the stress in the muscles and joints that are involved in breathing. People with allergies often notice tightness in the…

The word ‘diet’, ‘low-fat’ and ‘calorie-wise’ may make you think that the food you are eating will help to keep your waistline slim, but is that really the case? Research into artificial sweeteners indicates that sugar substitutes might be causing more harm than good. Part of the reason artificial sweeteners can lead to weight gain…

Pull apart a ready-roasted chicken to whip up this healthy, vibrant, low-calorie dish in just 20 minutes and under 400 calories per serving! Ingredients 1 small roasted chicken, about 1kg ½ red cabbage, cored and finely sliced 3 carrots, coarsely grated or finely shredded 5 spring onions, finely sliced on the diagonal 2 red chillies, halved and thinly…

Has anyone ever told you to workout your core? Does this image come to mind:                   What is the core and why do we need to work it out?  Let’s explore: The word ‘core’ describes a group of large muscles in the torso. These muscles include the…

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