Nutrition & Wellness

From food preparation and food safety to nutrition to chronic disease prevention and management, Illinois Extension is committed to helping families across the state and beyond live the best versions of their lives. Learning more about heart-healthy eating, managing diabetes, or how long to keep food, freeze or dry food, and safely store it can lead to healthier living. Contact, Kris Juelfs, nutrition & wellness educator, about upcoming programs, scheduling programs, and any nutrition or food safety-related questions.

Healthy cooking with cookbook
Recipes for diabetes
Fun and nutritious recipes to help you manage your health
A bowl of tomatoes, strawberries, and cheese along with a plate of english muffins.
Selling homemade food at the farmer’s market
Learn basic guidelines that growers and vendors must observe in preparation for farmers market sales.
A display of jars with food in them.
How to freeze, can, and dry food for preservation
Learn how to safely preserve and store your fresh fruits and vegetables.

A woman and a man feeding their baby.
Feeding my baby: from cradle to table
Feeding my baby is designed to help you make informed decisions as your baby transitions from cradle to table.
A bowl of vegetables
Wellness wednesdays
Sessions will be led by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Kris Juelfs, and will feature a nutrition-related topic each month.
A girl wearing a chefs hat and holding a spoon
Youth cooking school registration now open
Youth will learn basic cooking skills, kitchen and food safety, nutrition tips and prepare tasty recipes. Reducing food waste is the theme this year.

Youth Cooking School

Registration

Parental Consent Form