Register for ‘Med Instead of Meds’ program

Posted on May 13, 2026

Registration is now open for “Cooking Up Health: The Mediterranean Way,” an educational series to promote healthy eating habits offered by the Taylor County UF/IFAS Extension Office.

“This six-week series is based on the ‘Med Instead of Meds’ program developed by NC State University. It teaches participants how to plan meals and explore recipes inspired by the Mediterranean Diet – a way of eating that emphasizes fresh, flavorful and nutritionally balanced foods,” Extension Director Lori Wiggins said.

Research shows that following this style of eating can promote overall health and significantly reduce the risk of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular (heart) disease, and some types of cancer.

The series will be held every Thursday, beginning May 21, and continuing through June 25, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom for a cost of $15. Advanced registration is required. Please contact Wiggins at 850-838-3508 or lwiggins@ufl.edu.

At the conclusion of the series, all participants will receive a bag of resources and supplies to help them get started with their healthy eating lifestyle.