Susan Glassman
Nutrition and Wellness Educator
Keywords
Food Safety
Food Preservation
Chronic Diseases
INEP
Nutrition Education
815- 224-0889
Nutrition & Wellness
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Understanding core health and wellness topics are an important aspect of your family's overall well-being. From food safety to nutrition to chronic disease prevention and management, Illinois Extension is committed to helping families across the state and beyond live the best versions of their lives. Have questions not addressed in the topics listed below? Reach out to one of our educators to learn more.
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Upcoming Programs
Keep the Kitchen Cool this Summer with Air Fryer Cooking | Ottawa - June 12, 2025 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Reddick Library - Ottawa, IL
Diabetes Support Group (Monthly, 2nd Thursday) - June 12, 2025 | 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center - Mendota, IL
Keep the Kitchen Cool this Summer with Air Fryer Cooking | Buda - June 20, 2025 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Mason Memorial Library - Buda, IL
Keep the Kitchen Cool this Summer with Air Fryer Cooking | Princeton - June 24, 2025 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Bureau County Senior Center - Princeton, IL
Build Your Own Healthy Charcuterie “Summer” Board | Peru - July 2, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Peru Public Library - Peru, IL
Build Your Own Healthy Charcuterie “Summer” Board | Sheridan - July 23, 2025 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm. | Robert Rowe Public Library - Sheridan, IL
Build Your Own Healthy Charcuterie “Summer” Board | Princeton - July 29, 2025 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Bureau County Senior Center - Princeton, IL
Recipes
Fiesta of Flavors - Hispanic Recipes For People With Diabetes
Homemade Ranch Style Dressing with Fresh Dill
Diabetes Life Lines
Explore resources, recipes, and available classes to help adults, youth, and their families manage diabetes.
Feeding My Baby From Cradle to Table
Find out how to safely transition babies toward solid foods, prepare homemade baby food, and more!
Food Preservation Resources
Enjoy garden-fresh foods all year long by preserving at home. Canning methods have changed over the years to improve the safety of the foods we store.