Nutrition

Events

Grow, Knead, Create

October 13, 2025

Lessons at the Library - Honey and Health: Nature’s Sweet Treat

October 14, 2025

County

Iroquois

Vermilion

Lessons at the Library - Honey and Health: Nature’s Sweet Treat

October 14, 2025

County

Champaign

Ford

Wellness Wednesdays

October 15, 2025

County

Monroe

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Blog Posts

The many faces of water

August 22, 2025

Water is pretty straightforward. That is until you realize that you can not only drink tap water, filtered water, spring water or natural mineral...

It ain't easy being cheesy

August 8, 2025

Who doesn't love cheese? Grilled cheese sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, baked lasagna with ooey gooey cheese melted all over it are common cheesy...

Making the better burger

July 25, 2025

Burgers are the quintessential all-American grilling favorite. Nothing beats biting into a juicy burger with all the fixings. But when it's dry and...

Back-to-school fuel: Tips for simple meals kids will love

August 6, 2025

It’s back-to-school time, and we all want the same thing: healthy, happy children who are learning and on their way to becoming productive members of...

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News Releases

A charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, fruits and veggies

October 9, 2025

Upgrade Your Charcuterie Board in Illinois Extension Workshop
DANVILLE, Ill – Interested in learning how to build a stunning and nutritious charcuterie board? Join Extension Program Coordinator Vanessa Jones on November 8 from 11 AM to 1 PM for a fun, hands-on charcuterie board workshop at the Danville Public Library (319 N Vermilion St., Danville, IL...

October 7, 2025

Simmer up to soup at our upcoming diabetes clinic
EUREKA, Ill. — A bowl of homemade soup on a cold winter day can be a comforting meal. Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian Jenna Smith to learn the many types of soup and ways to make them healthy and flavorful. You'll receive a packet of recipes and taste a hearty bowl...

October 6, 2025

Garden of Hope and SNAP-Ed work together on health and gardening classes
PEORIA, Ill. - Gardening is an excellent activity to do for one’s health. It combines healthy nutritious food, with outdoor activity. When you add those to a lovely, peaceful environment you have a recipe for success. University of Illinois Extension’s ...

October 1, 2025

Understanding Inflammation and the Power of Social Connection
FREEPORT, Ill. --Inflammation is the body’s natural response to physical and psychological stress. While it plays an important role in healing, chronic inflammation can contribute to a wide range of health conditions. In fact, chronic inflammation plays a role in many serious health conditions,...

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