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Mediterranean Diet Month: Why It Matters + How to Get Started
May is Mediterranean Diet Month, a time to highlight a flexible, flavorful way of eating that supports long-term health. This article explores why the Mediterranean diet stands out and offers simple meal makeover tips to help bring its benefits into everyday routines.The Mediterranean...

Prepare for food preservation season with free pressure canner testing
URBANA, Ill. — As gardeners begin planting seedlings and planning for warmer weather, it’s also time to think about what needs to be preserved. Home preservation methods like canning, freezing, dehydration, and fermentation extend the shelf life of foods compared to storing fruits and vegetables...

New webinar series supports adults in strengthening long-term health
URBANA, Ill. — Millions of adults in the United States live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and hypertension, often facing daily challenges that affect their health, mobility, and overall quality of life. Managing these conditions requires reliable information, practical...

Supporting Your Gut Health: Small Steps, Big Impact
Your gut health plays a vital role in digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. At the center of gut health is the microbiome, a community of beneficial bacteria that thrives when properly nourished and supported. One of the most powerful ways to support your gut is through diet....

Celebrate spring’s arrival with new Illinois Extension Four Seasons Gardening webinars
URBANA, Ill. — Springtime brings visions of beautiful butterfly gardens and dreams of delicious vegetable varieties growing in a garden or porch pots outside the window.Garden planning and the countdown to a new growing season continue with two new webinars...