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About the Course

Around the world, we find ourselves facing global epidemics of obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and other predominantly diet-related diseases. To address these public health crises, we urgently need to explore innovative strategies for promoting healthful eating. There is strong evidence that global increases in the consumption of heavily processed foods, coupled with cultural shifts away from the preparation of food in the home, have contributed to high rates of preventable, chronic disease. In this course, learners will be given the information and practical skills they need to begin optimizing the way they eat. This course will shift the focus away from reductionist discussions about nutrients and move, instead, towards practical discussions about real food and the environment in which we consume it. By the end of this course, learners should have the tools they need to distinguish between foods that will support their health and those that threaten it. In addition, we will present a compelling rationale for a return to simple home cooking, an integral part of our efforts to live longer, healthier lives. View the trailer for the course here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7x1aaZ03xU...

Top reviews

EB

Aug 15, 2022

T​his was definitely worth participating in. I really liked watching Maya cook at the end with her kids. It was so adorable and I'm looking forward to trying out a few of the recipes in the future.

NK

Feb 24, 2019

It was very informative course. It could have more quizzes and assignments. The way things were explained in the course was quiet interesting. Keep it up!! course. I really like this way of education.

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By Syeda N

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Feb 13, 2017

The best way to learn new courses! Thank you coursera.

By Josie F

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Oct 24, 2024

this is my first course ive done on here reccomend it

By Hamda B B

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Oct 10, 2024

I am glad to earn something from Stanford University.

By Anton M

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Jan 12, 2022

Im new to the subject and it was a great exexperience

By Gyan S T

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Jul 10, 2020

It was short and well explained on conceptual aspects

By Zeeshan A

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May 7, 2020

very good, information needed in general for our best

By marta c

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Jan 18, 2019

very good but basic information, really for beginners

By Nitin B

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May 29, 2016

Knowledgeableble information covered under the topic.

By Anas A

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Apr 26, 2024

good course to give you general idea about dietitian

By Septima P

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Apr 11, 2024

Very informative. Good suggestions to live healthier

By michelle b

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Jul 12, 2022

it was informative and easy to follow and understand

By Shourok k m

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Apr 20, 2022

Please i need certificate to gain job in my country

By Etty I

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Apr 5, 2021

Love the practical and applicable course to eat well

By viviana g p

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Sep 2, 2020

Me gustarían mas artículos que refuercen las recetas

By Josemaría L

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Mar 3, 2018

Very good for starters! Looking foward for a part 2!

By Loreta

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Aug 29, 2016

Quite good for those in need of heathy living basics

By Fabricio S

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Mar 7, 2016

Very good introduction to a more healthy life style.

By Irene M

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Feb 4, 2023

Good information, simple advice on how to eat well.

By Bajia b

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Jun 7, 2020

todo estaba traducido al espanol menos los examenes

By Bharath V

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Jan 10, 2020

One of the best course to gain the right knowledge.

By Blain M

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Jun 4, 2019

A good introduction, but not massively complicated.

By Mackenzie

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Jun 6, 2017

pretty good program! satisfied with what I learned!

By Jakša S

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Feb 20, 2025

Cover absolute basics, good for total beginners...

By Rohit J

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Jun 15, 2022

All Good expected more science behind nutrition...

By Anim S

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Nov 22, 2021

it was a very instructive and as well, practical.