Author: Dr. Malik

Rotator cuff injuries are a very common occurrence, usually affecting people who are active in sports such as volleyball or tennis. The rotator cuff is the name given to four muscles of the shoulder: Supraspinatus Infraspinatus Teres Minor Subscapularis These muscles and their relationship to the shoulder can be seen below:        …

Kids may think it’s “cool” to strap on their backpacks and head out to school. But if they don’t know exactly how to choose, load, lift and wear them, backpacks can become a pain in the back. Carrying a heavy load incorrectly can result in poor posture. This can cause muscle strain, headaches, back, neck and…

Oatmeal makes a great base for these hearty, chewy pancakes, which are lighter in texture than they sound. Kids always love pancakes and these are healthier than most, with fiber and protein. INGREDIENTS 2 cups rolled oats 500 mL 2 1/2 cups buttermilk, divided 625 mL 1/2 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour 125…

Migraine headaches are a common occurrence, affecting nearly 2.7 million Canadians(1).  Causes for migraines can vary greatly, and can include the following: Hormonal changes Food additives Alcohol Stress Medication Another common cause of migraine headaches is the weather. Nearly 73% of people with migraine headaches reported weather as a trigger. Although there is no direct…

On a busy weekday morning, it might be tempting to skip breakfast. Here is why that is not a good idea. Breakfast provides the body with the right nourishment after an overnight fast (that is where the name originates from!). When waking up, the body is depleted of nutrients. If left unfed, a person could…

The Rio 2016 Summer Olympics have come and gone and athletes from around the world have returned home after demonstrating their best talents and skills. It was amazing to witness such incredible athleticism and sportsmanship. As a Chiropractor, it was amazing to see how capable the human body is; and with the right training and…

Shawn Arent, the director of the Center for Health and Human Performance at Rutgers University and a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine, explains the mistakes that people make when they’re trying to get bigger muscles. Watch the video below:

Source: CanolaInfo.org INGREDIENTS 5 large potatoes, red or russet or sweet potatoes 8 cups canola oil 2 L 1 tsp salt 5 mL INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut potatoes into uniform length and thickness for even cooking. Preheat canola oil to a frying temperature of 375 °F (190 °C). To cook French fries properly, it is important…

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