Muscle and Joint Blog

27th
Jul

Chili Lime Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 lime, juiced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder cayenne pepper to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces…

27th
Jul

Running Tips

Now that it’s summer , sticking to an indoor exercise regime can be difficult as temperatures warm up. Running outdoors is a great way to take advantage of the weather, while keeping fit and improving energy and stress levels. If you take your running routine outside, remember these 5 simple stretching tips to help avoid…

27th
Jul

How I Lost 30lbs In 4 Months

“Dr Malik you are disappearing!” were the words of a patient of mine back in May. That is when I realized my healthy eating plan was working. It is incredible how many complex solutions there are to weight loss, when the answer is so simple. Let me help you narrow it down: The answer is…

28th
Jun

Recipe Of The Month: Indian Style Okra!

One of our family’s favourite dishes is Indian style okra. Okra, also known as lady finger, is a great ingredient with many health benefits, such as: Contains potassium, vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid and calcium Low in calories. One cup of okra contains about 200 calories Has a high density fiber content Can help…

28th
Jun

How To Prevent Back Pain When Lifting

If hitting the gym is on your to-do list this year, then you may be ready for some heavy lifting. You may already know to bend your knees to lift with ease, but you also need to keep your back straight! Studies show that the most common injuries among weightlifters are to the spine, shoulders and knees. A neutral spine — with 3 natural curves in your neck, upper back and…

28th
Jun

Why Does It Feel Good To Stretch In The Morning?

Ever wonder why it feels so good to stretch in the morning? What exactly are you doing that is helping your body? Let’s explore: Improved Muscle and Joint Flexibility: Sleeping 6 to 8 hours in the same position causes your muscles and joints to stiffen up during the night. Stretching allows the muscles to be…

31st
May

Why We Switched From Butter To Ghee

Recently in our home we made the switch from butter to ghee. I remember living in Pakistan, ghee was the common choice among the locals. I always assumed it was because of the taste, but interestingly enough it is becoming a more popular health choice. This struck me as odd as I always assumed fat…

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