Apr 25th, 2026 - If you think you need to 'go hard' at the gym to make your muscles stronger, think again!  New research at ECU has revealed strenuous exercise and soreness is not needed to improve muscle size, strength, or performance.  "The idea that exercise must be exhausting or painful is holding people back," ECU's Director of Exercise and Sports Science, Professor Ken Nosaka, said.  "Instead, we should be focussing on eccentric exercises which can deliver ... [Read More]

Apr 23rd, 2026 - More than 37 million Americans are living with type 2 diabetes, and heart disease continues to be a major threat to long-term health in this group. That makes everyday dietary choices especially consequential. A new systematic review and meta-analysis 1 adds to growing evidence that Mediterranean-style eating may help reduce that risk. Here's what you need to know. About the study Researchers synthesized data from 57 prospective observational studies to examine how different dietary patterns affect cardiovascular disease risk in people with type 2 diabetes. The analysis focused on a range of ... [Read More]

Apr 21st, 2026 - Protein, like chicken, fish and quinoa Cooked, peeled and seedless veggies, like carrots, eggplant and zucchini Skinless fruits and fruit products, like applesauce, bananas or melon Easily digestible grains, like white rice and oats Small amounts of healthy fats, like olive oil or avocado Lean meats Eggs Nut butters Fish The skin of raw fruits, like apples Whole grains like popcorn Root vegetables and leafy greens Fruits Vegetables Nuts Seeds Whole grains Processed and red meats Palm oils, like coconut oil Artificial sweeteners Food additives, like maltodextrin, carrageenans and ... [Read More]