What’s new about sleep?
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May 11, 2012
Dr. George I. Traitses B.Sc.(Hon.), D.C., M.Sc., C.H.N., C.N.M., A.C.R.B. 3, C.R.A. An old Chinese proverb states, Only when one cannot sleep does one know how long the night is. Almost everyone can... Read more »
HEALTH: Fight fatigue with nutrition, activity
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April 30, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses Napoleon Bonaparte once said that courage is only the second virtue in a soldier; the most important one is endurance of fatigue. Nowadays, fighting fatigue has become equally... Read more »
Stress, Emotional Eating and Weight
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April 13, 2012
Keeping a healthy weight—and especially losing weight—is not easy for many reasons says Dr. George Traitses. For one, easy access to extremely tasty high-calorie foods pushes many to overeat. Living... Read more »
HEALTH: Bike Fit Basics
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March 23, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses Whether you ride on-road or off, pedal casually or competitively, it’s important to pay close attention to how your bicycle fits your body. A properly fitted bike will allow... Read more »
HEALTH: Chronic pain and depression
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March 23, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses Pain serves an important function in our lives. When you suffer an acute injury, pain warns you to stop the activity that is causing the injury and tells you to take care of... Read more »
HEALTH: The Anti-Inflammatory Diet
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March 9, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses Health professionals are focusing increasing attention on inflammation and the “anti-inflammatory diet.” Before we look at what goes into that diet—and why anyone would... Read more »
HEALTH: Tips for a Healthy Spine
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March 9, 2012
By Dr. George Traitses A healthy spine is an often overlooked and essential part of a healthy lifestyle. People who suffer from back pain, particularly if it is long-term, are generally less healthy than... Read more »
HEALTH: Preventing joint injuries with proper movements
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February 24, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses B.Sc.(Hon.), D.C., M.Sc., C.H.N., C.N.M., A.C.R.B. 3, C.R.A. Human joints come in many shapes and sizes and allow us to move and carry out normal activities of daily living.... Read more »
HEALTH: Flexibility exercises
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February 13, 2012
Dr. George I. Traitses B.Sc.(Hon.), D.C., M.Sc., C.H.N., C.N.M., A.C.R.B. 3, C.R.A. Most Canadians understand that cardio exercises such as running, swimming or biking and weight lifting exercises such... Read more »
HEALTH: Winter Activities: Tips to avoid injury
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February 13, 2012
By Dr. George I. Traitses When snow, ice and frigid weather blast into town, watch out, says Dr. George Traitses. Winter recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast... Read more »





