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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 Manu M J

Jan 24, 2021

The Course was really wonderful and I was able to understand everything. Especially Maya madam was teaching in an efficient way that I was able to pass in all tests.

By Joanne G

Jan 18, 2021

A really good basic start to Health and Nutrition. I learnt many new things, especially how manufacturers hoodwink us into eating so many processed & packaged foods.

By Jenna M

May 1, 2020

Very easy to understand. The creators ensured it was relatable and accessible for most students. Definitely provides you with a good basis for a healthier lifestyle.

By Katherine S V P

Apr 29, 2020

Brinda excelente información sobre habitos de alimentación, cocina, lo dañino que son los alimentos procesados, y como alimentarse saludable manteniendo un balance.

By Rachel D

Sep 6, 2018

What a wonderful practical introduction to food in everyday life. Precise, succint, clear information presented to satisfy relevant questions. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

By Deleted A

May 21, 2018

Excellent course for people who are trying to understand the types of food we should eat, which foods are better for us and how to maintain a good health in general.

By VDOC V

Aug 4, 2024

THE WHOLE COURSE IS DEVIDED IN GOOD VIDEO FORMAT AND QUESTION PATTERN IS GOOD,SO EASILY UNDERSTAND,AND CRACK THE QUESTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REARCH IS ALSO GOOD

By Eunju O

Aug 12, 2022

As I learn this course, I want to follow eat food,not too much, and mostly plants food on my diet. Thanks for teaching this course. I am really enjoy this course.

By Mellissa C

Mar 29, 2022

A simple and short course that provides lots of useful food advice. It is especially useful if you want to maintain good health and do some simple cooking at home.

By Eunice A

Mar 22, 2022

This course is an eye opener to good nutrition and healthy living and i have enjoyed and learnt so much from each of the lectures. it was worth spending my time on!

By Juli E

Aug 15, 2021

It's a pleasant course, very easy to follow with short videos. Lecturing is very clear and also giving life examples. I enjoyed the course alot. thank you so much.

By Maria E A

Nov 16, 2020

Sem palavras, é um curso maravilhoso! Uma oportunidade incrível de aprimorar os conhecimentos, aprender estrategias e sem contar que são profissionais excepcionais!

By Julie E

Aug 31, 2020

It is an eye opener. Very educative and interesting.

I need to go further on about Nutrition and Dieting (Food and Health). That food is complicated and it a system

By 喜多野光

Aug 7, 2020

Very easy and interesting course for beginners! No difficult terms or concepts. You'll definitely like the cooking videos and recipes at the very end of the course.

By dailylifekyo

Jul 3, 2020

A very simple course yet full of important knowledge on how to kick start eating healthy. Can be completed in a week and the interactive videos for learning is fun.

By Cristina S

Jun 23, 2020

I enjoyed the course very much. The information is presented in a simple manner and there are practical tips that are very easy to follow. Thank you for the course!

By Sylvie D

May 12, 2020

Loved the entire course! The sections and the easy understanding of each section.

It inspired me to continue reading, learning and writing about nutrition.

Thank you!

By Mercedes F

May 11, 2020

Muy interesante. He aprendido mucho y me encantaría aprender más. Lo recomiendo a cualquier persona que le interese todo lo relacionado con la salud y la nutrición.

By Françoise J M M

Apr 12, 2020

Gostei muito da forma em que foi elaborado, os vídeos e leituras são de ótima qualidade incluindo a qualidade do método de ensino <3. Obrigada por existir Coursera.

By Brizza “ A

Mar 6, 2020

It was a very good course. Eye opening to some misleading and common things society tells you. I wish there was a full nutrition certification. it would be so good.

By Hersey.H

Mar 14, 2019

It's a really good course, even at the very beginning it was not that easy, but later on, it works well for me, especially the practical cooking courses. Thank you.

By Marcelo C S

Mar 10, 2019

Ótimo curso, rico em conhecimento e aspectos importantes, tanto para a vida profissional quanto para a pessoal. Explicações bem elaboradas e de fácil entendimento !

By Jeetkaur R

Aug 28, 2017

It gave me a lot of insight for overall health foods and how can I change my lifestyle to adapt a healthy one with some really easy and nutritional recipes. Thanks!

By Wendy

Apr 11, 2017

Es un curso muy bueno que te ayuda a elegir alimentos para llevar un estilo de vida saludable además de las explicaciones te incluye recetas fáciles y muy practicas

By Tarun B T

Jul 2, 2016

I loved this course. I useful and practical. The explanation from both the speakers and graphs is clear. Learned a lot. Thanks!

Encourage to have more such courses.