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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

NI

Dec 5, 2020

Foods and us have a relationship, and this course defines that relationship. Personally, this course provides positive experience for me in regards of food, meal preparation, and eating in moderation.

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 Wedyan A S

Jun 27, 2018

I enjoyed learning all information and knowledge provided in this course. It's very interesting, helpful and easy to understand.Thank you so much for this informative course.

By muskaan

May 4, 2017

this an amazing course, with loads of information about where is the world leading to with all the unhealthy food supplies we are consuming... it is a sure worth it programe

By Fatima A

Dec 31, 2024

The course is really phenomenal. It provides you the knowledge and understanding of food and it's relation to health. Moreover the recipes are just a bonus for learners too.

By Александра Б

Dec 25, 2022

very positive, interesting course. I like Maya and her way to say compound things in easy way. I also like that both participants offered solutions that I can use. Thank you

By Ifeoma A

Nov 28, 2022

This course has been of great help to me, i have really mastered the knowledge of nutrition, food and health, This will really improve my life and the life of my loved ones.

By Carmen M P

Mar 19, 2022

helped me be more conscientious of what I am putting in my body and has helped a lot in reading labels. Best analogy: Eat Food, not too much, mostly plants! Great advise!

By Yining Y

Jan 12, 2022

Though mostly talking about the basic sense of being healthy, professors sounded very wise. As an international student, I have learned many academic words from the courses.

By Axel J B B

Jun 19, 2020

Good way to understand our nutritional needs and to take better decisions when buying and consuming our foods. Being mindful will certainly lead to a better quality of life!

By Stefanini G Z s

Jun 1, 2020

Foi ótimo em todos os sentidos, a didática, os conceitos utilizados e as abordagens nos mostram uma forma excelente de enxergar o alimento e o impacto direto em nossa saúde.

By Teresa D

Nov 23, 2019

While most of this course really was based on things most people already know it was nice to get a real reminder about food choices and how it can impact our overall health.

By Dazy B A

Aug 29, 2018

I have learned so much in this course in just the first week. I have taken a course by Maya Adams before and I really enjoyed that course and learned a lot from it as well.

By Md. A I

Jun 7, 2018

This course was definitely educative and I have learned a lot of thinks about food and nutrition. Thanks a lot for giving me the opportunity to acquire this valuable course.

By Swaroop D

Apr 25, 2018

Much needed course for the rapids changing world. Definitely a must watch for all users on coursera!!!! Very much knowledgeable, learnt so many things about food and health.

By Sparsh O

Jul 21, 2017

Very informative course which can help you in making a choice of what should you eat & in what quantities. The best quote, 'Am not hungry anymore rather than saying Am full'

By Enock O

Jan 25, 2022

I WAS A VERY EDUCATIVE COURSE AND HAVE LEARNT AND GAINED MUCH KNOWLEDEG ADDED TO MY CARRIER.

BUT I AM ASKED TO PAY FOR A COURSE I BELIEVE WAS FOR FREE.

WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY

By Aileen H

Aug 5, 2021

This course is really great, because it can allow me to know about what food we should eat and what food we should avoid to be in a better health for now and for long term.

By Elizabeth B

Oct 23, 2020

I enjoyed this course of study primarily because the amount of information came in digestible capsules, and alternatives were given throughout to guide the change process.

By Arnab G

Aug 16, 2020

Amazing guide with practical tricks to understand how to navigate through the hurdles of processed food and edible non foods to achieve a healthy life through a proper diet

By Mahmood H

May 16, 2020

thanks for this course it was very interesting and useful, I got some information which is quite better for me. I hope to find more advanced courses from them.

thanks again

By Arpit

Apr 12, 2020

Very well designed and well balanced course. One can definitely watch the videos during their office commute and the information is easily understood by the average person.

By Ariel J B

Jun 18, 2018

Very informative, realistic and helpful for everyone as it gives you a good understanding on how and what we should eat with both short term and long term benefits in mind.

By Kristoffer M I S R

Apr 17, 2016

Great course, It is very informative and fun to learn. I love the fact that I can watch the videos on-the-go. And I learned a lot about food and eating. Great job! Thanks!!

By Cristina M

Jun 12, 2023

Ha sido corto pero interesante. El hecho de que al final del curso te den recetas saludables es total! Muy recomendable si te interesa saber un poco sobre tu alimentación.

By Vyshnavi N

Nov 21, 2022

a great headstart for people who want to know about nutrition

this course helped me distinguish between good and bad food , healthy and unhealthy food , food and real food.

By Erin C

May 27, 2022

I loved this course, and it definitely reinforced the ways in which I'm trying to keep my family healthy, and how I eventually hope to help others do the same. Thank you!