Boost your well-being with nourish

By Scout Nelson

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension is offering a free winter 2025 program called Nourish, aimed at enhancing the physical well-being of adults aged 50 and older, particularly those in rural North Dakota. The program provides essential information and strategies about nutrition and health. While it's designed for older adults, all community members are encouraged to participate.

“Good health is important for enjoying a high quality of life and for maintaining independence in later life,” says NDSU professor and project co-director Sherri Stastny. “This program offers the tools to help us enhance our overall well-being.”

The first Nourish series, launched in early 2024, received positive feedback from participants, who appreciated the helpful information and the progress they made toward their health goals. “Our previous participants have been enthusiastic about the information they have learned and their progress on personal health goals,” says Julie Garden-Robinson, Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor. “Winter is an excellent time to learn something new and to set healthy goals.”

The second Nourish series will focus on topics such as general well-being, health information, cooking, muscle health, pets, the immune system, and medication management. Participants can choose between self-paced online modules or face-to-face classes, which are scheduled according to county availability. In-person classes will provide participants with materials like handouts and nutritious recipes. The series consists of seven weekly classes, and participants who complete at least six will receive certificates and prizes.

Registration is open until February 11. To learn more or to sign up, visit www.ag.ndsu.edu/nourish.

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