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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

KW

Mar 10, 2023

This course has a lot of great information on nutrition and simple eating without being overwhelming. It gives practical advice that anyone seeking to eat healthier can implement in their daily lives.

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 Natalia P

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Mar 7, 2017

Great and very interesting course! Thanks a lot for the opportunity to listen to the speakers and to get very useful information!

By Wong W Y

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Oct 3, 2016

A very good course recommended for health personnel and lay person ;-) Learnt a lot especially about healthy home cooking recipes

By Rugved V

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Mar 20, 2016

Really simple and to the point course. Learned a lot from this, really thank you to people at stanford for putting this together.

By Karine P

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Feb 9, 2016

Very useful and interesting lessons on health & food, what to eat, how to eat, and some useful tips for home cooking, thank you!!

By Peng-Fei G

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Jan 21, 2016

I just review the first week of the course, and I think this course is what I want. It will help me to build my long-term health.

By Lisa F

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Oct 20, 2022

enjoyed this course. I see a lifestyle change coming. I will definitly incorporate the information learned into my lifestyle.

By Shafi K A

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Sep 21, 2021

This course helped me to understand the nutrition thoroughly, it is very helpful in daily life. Thank you Dr. Adam and coursera.

By TE M

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Aug 7, 2021

I Love the course,it teaches a better understanding of eating the right food to pleasure yor health,simple and inexpensive ways

By Katherine V

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Jul 26, 2021

very helpful to find out whats best for your bodyu and what not. I really learn so much from this course, i highly recommend it.

By Rajat J

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Apr 30, 2021

Absolutely loved this! I usually tend not to give ratings but this was so informative, really appreciate the effort and content!

By Zhuang Y M

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Apr 2, 2021

Great introduction to food, health and nutrition. Practical tips and basic nutrition information to develop a healthy lifestyle.

By Aisha W

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Aug 1, 2020

Helpful class. Very "Health and Food 101", if you will. Easy to navigate and good content. Will definitely recommend. Thank you!

By Victoria S F

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Jul 31, 2020

Um curso direto e objetivo em como melhorar a alimentação e se aproximar ainda mais do alimento. Ema grande e ótima experiência!

By IVAN A G J

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Jul 31, 2020

Excelente curso muy productivo para el ámbito nutricional que se aplica al dia a dia y fomenta nuevos habitos de vida saludable.

By Shama A R

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Jul 11, 2020

This course have increased my knowledge regarding weight management. I love this course as a beginner you must try this one out.

By Ali N G E

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Apr 21, 2020

Muy practico, didáctico e interesante, proporciona herramientas para orientar mucho mejor la alimentación de mis pacientes.!!!!!

By Cristina B

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Feb 21, 2020

Excellent course, clear explanation, effective videos, information about nutrition is explained in a clear concise way. Loved it

By Beatriz L

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Apr 24, 2018

Interesting information about how foods are processing by our body and a lot recommendations to eat well and be healthy. Thanks!

By Anna P

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Apr 11, 2018

The course is very interesting. I enjoyed it. Information is well-structured and relevant. A separate thank you for the recipes!

By Kwok K H

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Jan 10, 2018

useful information, hope it will have continue course more about nutrition or having new course related to sports and nutrition

By Andrea I

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Oct 27, 2017

It is a nice way for people to get interested on having healthier, more sustainable eating habits. Well organized and explained.

By Deleted A

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Jun 6, 2017

This course has a powerful content on Healthy food. It motivated me to cook more at home and recipes are very useful. thank you!

By Alicia C

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Jun 23, 2023

Me gusto la información que se compartió en el curso. -con información que se puede llevar a la práctica y es fácil de entender

By Kelly C G A B

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Mar 1, 2023

Curso muito didático para quem está querendo melhorar a alimentação! Explica como fazer isso de forma simples, mudando hábitos.

By Kavitha A

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Feb 9, 2023

I enjoyed doing this Course. This course will surely help me in my journey of understanding Food and Health. Thank you Dr.Maya!