Nutrition

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,...

Governor Pritzker Proclaims Falls Prevention Awareness Week in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker has officially proclaimed September 21-25 as Falls Prevention Awareness Week to raise awareness about falls among older adults and promote prevention strategies that help residents remain healthy, active, and independent. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal...

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...

Protect Your Bones: Learn the Basics of Osteoporosis Prevention
Freeport, Ill.-- Over 54 million Americans have low bone density or osteoporosis, placing them at increased risk for bone fractures. Post-menopausal women face a higher risk of osteoporosis-related fractures, but men are also affected. In fact, men over the age of 50 are...