Wellness Wake Up Call

Wake up to better health with Wellness Wake Up Call! In just two minutes, University of Illinois Extension and WVIK, Quad Cities NPR bring practical tips and motivation to help you take small steps toward a healthier, happier life.
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Did you know if you give yourself insulin, you are MORE likely to experience hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar? Prepare now to prevent future complications. 

Stocking a heart-healthy pantry

Focus on foods that can improve heart health and give your pantry a heart-healthy makeover with these 3 tips. 

Prevent Falls with these 4 Tips

Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 years and older and account for 95% of the 300,000 hip fractures in the United States annually.


Essential Items for your Winter Wellness Arsenal

Listen in for 10 essential items to stay well all winter long. 

Time to Thrive in 2025!

Thriving in 2025 requires balance in physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Here are practical tips to help you flourish. 

January is Family Fit Month

Are you getting 150 minutes of physical activity each week? This recommendation may seem impossible during the winter months so here are a few helpful tips to maximize your time during Family Fit Month this January.

Foods to focus on during cold and flu season

Foods play a key role in cold and flu season! Tune in to find out which foods and nutrients can help you get over illness quicker. 

Do the holiday hustle to maintain a healthy weight

Are you looking for fun ways to stay active and maintain a healthy weight amidst all of your festive favorites? Tune in for simple ways to move more and keep those tinsel toes moving this holiday season! 

Holiday baking and food safety tips

Tune in for simple steps to keep food safe and your loved ones well-fed this holiday season and spread nothing but joy! 

Gift-giving tips to inspire health and wellness

Tune in for creative ideas to encourage wellness-focused goals in your loved ones through thoughtful holiday gifts and inspire long-lasting positive habits in the year to come! 

Make the most of holiday leftovers and kitchen cleaning tips

Right before or in between holidays, it's an excellent time to go through the pantry and refrigerator, do a deep clean, and throw out items that are no longer safe to eat. Lisa Peterson, nutrition and wellness educator, shares tips for keeping the fridge and food safe during the holiday season...

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