University of Illinois Extension-DuPage County-Nutrition & Health

Staying healthy is easier said than done. Read up on the latest on nutrition, diabetes, and health care decisions. If you have little ones at home, check out Food for Thought, a monthly newsletter for families of preschoolers.

Featured Websites

Sports & Nutrition: The Winning Connection

Additional Websites

Take Action on Radon
Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless radioactive gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.
Fiesta of Flavors
A collection of Hispanic recipes recommended for people with diabetes
MyPyramid.gov
One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you.
Elder Abuse & Neglect
Examples of elder abuse and warning signs of neglect of seniors.
Fiesta de Sabores
Esta es una colección de recetas Hispanas recomendadas para gente con diabetes.
Food for Thought
Fun ideas each month about food and nutrition for parents of preschool children.
Recipes for Diabetes
Recipes from Extension's Dining with Diabetes or Living Well with Diabetes programs.
Pavo para las Fiestas
¿Necesitas ayuda con tu pavo? En este sitio encontrarás todas las respuestas: como cocinar, ideas para usar los restos, hechos acerca del pavo y mucho más.

Local Programs
	Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program The Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program teaches and promotes safe and healthy eating for families on a budget.

Our other program areas....

News & Updates
	Extension Connection Informative weekly features from the Extension Staff in Champaign County.
Diabetes Life Lines Current diabetes research.
Thrifty Living Provides information on money management, consumer skills, nutrition, and well-being.
Wellness Ways Ideas for eating better for less.
Your Health and You Valuable tips for staying healthy.

Podcasts

Challenges at the Supermarket

JoAn Todd covers topics in basic nutrition and food buying.

Upcoming Events

Artifact Presentation
Union, Illinois (McHenry County)
November 9, 2009

Personal Safety
Woodstock, Illinois (McHenry County)
February 8, 2010

Food or Supplements? What is the Answer?
Naperville, Illinois (DuPage County)
April 12, 2010

Full event calendar >>

For more information about these programs, please contact:

DuPage County Unit
1100 E. Warrenville Road
Suite 170
Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: 630-955-1123
FAX: 630-955-1180
dupage_co@extension.uiuc.edu

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