Take The Steps To Become Heart Healthy With Illinois Extension Class June 26

June 10, 2025 |

     According to the Centers for Disease Control, “heart disease remains a leading cause of death for adults in the United States.” Learn how to improve heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease at this free community program presented by Uni-versity of Illinois Extension in partnership with SIU School of Medicine.
Heart Smart Eating will be from 10 to 11 a.m. on June 26 at SIU Center for Family Medicine, 102 W. Kenwood Ave. in Decatur. Participants will explore the impact that sodium, fat, added sugar, and fiber have on heart health and learn practical skills to make heart-healthy food choices, from grocery shopping to meal planning.
     “Small changes add up to get blood cholesterol and blood pressure numbers in a healthy range, says Nutrition and Wellness Educator Caitlin Mellendorf. “The class will raise your knowledge and skills to make more informed heart-healthy food choices.”
     The class is free. However, participants are asked to register by June 24 at go.illinois.edu/SIUheart or call 217-877-6042.
     University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call 217-877-6042. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.