Article by Dr Paul Batman, PhD.
The pectoralis major is a multi pennate muscle that is fan shaped in appearance and twists on itself at its insertion. The pectoralis major consists of 2 separate parts, a clavicular and sternal portion. The sternal part twists 180 degrees on its insertion.
ORIGIN:
Medial half of the clavicle, sternum and first […]
This is a delicious sugar and egg-free cake, suitable for diabetics or anyone watching their weight.
Ingredients:
450grms. mixed vine fruits
2tbsps. dry cognac or whiskey
225grms. chopped dates
50grms. chopped walnuts or roasted chopped almonds
2tsps. mixed spice
3tsps.baking powder
225grms. wholemeal flour
275mls. water
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Tired of Turkey?? Here’s a delicious change that’s ultra-healthy, high in protein and low in fat. Enjoy for lunch or dinner!
What You Need:
Serves 2
1 can albacore chunk tuna, packed in water
2 Tablespoons finely chopped white onion
½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
½ apple, finely chopped
2 […]
Delicious, gluten free gingerbread “people” – who taste like they should!
Ingredients:
225g rice flour (plus extra for dusting the work top)
125g gram flour
1 tsp xanthan gum
2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1tsp bicarbonate of soda
100g butter
175g dark soft brown sugar
4 tbsp golden syrup
1 egg
icing sugar, […]
By Matt O’Neill, Dietitian – SmartShape.com.au
With a little party planning, social events need not sabotage your healthy eating plan. Here are some tips to feel more confident about managing food at functions:
Start the day of a party with a healthy breakfast. If you know there will only be high-calorie foods at the party, eat […]
Article By Matt O’Neill, Dietitian – SmartShape.com.au
With an abundance of holiday food, it can be easy to ignore your body’s normal fullness signals and overeat at Christmas. And when the family get-together becomes a sit-down feast from dawn to dusk and beyond, the calories can really stack up. Here are some tips to manage your weight […]
Article by the Drummond Team
The festive period is a time for family, fun, and of course, food. We always say “we won’t this year”, “ I’ll be good and just have one mince pie” (pardon the eye roll). But let’s be honest, who can resist the temptation of all those sweet treats and delicious meals […]
Article by the Drummond Team
New research from the University of Dublin suggests older people benefit hugely from resistance exercises – working their muscles, even drinking protein shakes. So, where should we start? The research looked into methods of frailty interventions for the elderly in the UK by assessing their muscle strength training and protein supplementation. Both […]
By Dr. Paul Batman, PhD.
At any one time most people we know are either thinking about losing weight, are currently on a diet or have just broken their diet and putting the weight back on. Two thirds of the US population is now classified as overweight or obese. Of those people who are obese, 65% of […]
Move over Downward dog – Goat yoga craze hits the UK!!
Article by The Drummond Team
Yes, this is for real! – Goat yoga is the latest fitness trend to emerge from American – and people who have tried it say its very “therapeutic” – and its being endorsed by celebrities like Ozzy Osbourne, Kate Beckinsale and […]