Food and Health Systems

Eatable Alphabet helps children build confidence with healthy foods
PEKIN, Ill. - For many young children, trying a new fruit or vegetable can feel intimidating. Research shows that repeated exposure to healthy foods during early childhood helps shape eating habits,...

University of Illinois launches Center for Food Systems, Nutrition Security, and Health Integration
URBANA, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension celebrated the launch of a new Center focused on food, nutrition, and health at an event that brought partners together from across campus and Illinois. The...

Illinois Extension strengthens healthy living, announces local health and community wellness team
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. – For over 100 years, University of Illinois Extension has been embedded in local communities, providing nutrition education and wellness resources for children and families. After...

Extension launches Health and Community Wellness, Center to strengthen Illinois communities
URBANA, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension is launching its new Health and Community Wellness (HCW) program area to better meet the needs of Illinois residents as communities and families face challenges related to health, food and nutrition, family relationships, and financial well-being....