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Read article: Could your salad make you sick? Understanding Cyclosporiasis
Could your salad make you sick? Understanding Cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne illness, specifically a parasite, that has been causing outbreaks of intestinal illness across the United States...
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Read article: Crab and its cost-conscious cousin
Crab and its cost-conscious cousin
The fresh crab selection in Illinois is dismal. Head to the coast of Alaska, and you may have better luck finding this delectable species of seafood...
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Read article: Bean there, cooked that
Bean there, cooked that
Beans are a wonderful source of protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins, iron, folate and potassium. Choosing dried beans over canned is generally a...
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Read article: Cajun or creole?
Cajun or creole?
Gumbo and jambalaya are two signature dishes of southern Louisiana that are both native to Cajun and creole cuisine. While the two cuisines are often...

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Cooking for One or Two? Make Your Freezer Your Best Friend
FREEPORT, Ill.--- After years of preparing meals for a family, cooking for one or two people can feel like more work than it's worth. It can be tempting to eat out more often or rely on convenience foods, but preparing meals at home remains one of the best ways to save money,...
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Illinois Extension hosts free community event Sunday, Aug. 30
ST. CHARLES, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension will host an Extension Connection Community Day on Sunday, Aug. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kane County Idea Garden in St. Charles. This FREE open house will feature activities for all ages highlighting the environment, gardening, food,...
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University of Illinois Extension offers Diabetes 101 educational series
FREEPORT, Ill.--- Diabetes touches millions of lives every day. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, have been living with diabetes for years, or are supporting a loved one, you’re not alone. With the right information and support, diabetes can be managed, and healthy living...

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