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Julie Dantone
Eatable Alphabet helps children build confidence with healthy foods
For many young children, trying a new fruit or vegetable can feel intimidating. Research shows that repeated exposure to healthy foods during early...
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Making meals for mom
Each year leading up to Mother's Day I see numerous advertisements of local restaurants taking reservations for Mother's Day brunch. Many families...
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Spring cleaning your kitchen
For whatever reason, spring is the time to clean. (Let's just hope that it's not the only time you clean!) A deep scrubbing is necessary,...
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Homemade for the holidays
The holiday season is a time of giving, and what's not the perfect gift but a homemade treat from your kitchen? While peanut brittle, fudge, and...
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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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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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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...
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From Garden to Table: Using Culinary Herbs in Everyday Meals
Freeport, Ill. --Herbs and spices are a simple way to add flavor while supporting healthy eating. Whether you grow them in your garden or purchase them locally, herbs can transform everyday meals with vibrant flavors, aromas, and colors. Learning how to select, store, and use...
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SNAP-Ed Impact and Return on Investments

A return-on-investment analysis estimated the economic benefits of the IL SNAP-Ed program per dollar spent. A model was constructed using program data and prior literature to estimate the number of obesity and food insecurity cases prevented by IL SNAP-Ed. Altarum’s Value of Health model was...

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