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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

CS

Aug 26, 2019

Very informative and useful. I'm from India and I look forward to study more about nutritional values of different foods. This course gave me a head-start and information to pursue my goal. Thank You!

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 Mawuse D

Oct 6, 2021

by Alberta

I love the course, it's really helpful. Thanks to MD. But no certificate is awarded for this course. we will be glad if there will be one. thanks

By Ying Y S T

Jan 14, 2021

The information related to food and health topic are useful, and the video demonstrating are so on point, which aid the candidates understand the contents .

By madelynne h t

Sep 23, 2020

I THOUGHT THIS COURSE WAS EASY FAST AND FUN TO LEARN WHILE TAKING ACTUAL COLLEGE COURSES FROM ONLY A COMMUNITY, HAVING A TASTE OF UNIVERSITY WAS SATISFYING.

By Joy C

Aug 27, 2020

I found this course to be very helpful in the way I shop for food, prepare meals, and read nutrition labels. I'd recommend it to friends and family members.

By may l

Apr 9, 2020

I really enjoyed studying in this course. My knowledge has been enriched and expanded on the topic of nutrition and I have been greatly consulted. Thanks (:

By Luke S

Jan 9, 2020

I really liked the teacher Dr. Maya Adam. Always seemed upbeat and cared about health and food a lot. Seemed like an overall good person. A good free class!

By Галашева О С

Nov 19, 2019

Великолепный курс. Очень понравились предоставленные рецепты. Доступность в понимании материала, особенно для меня, не идеально владеющей английским языком.

By A R

Feb 4, 2019

Very well explained , the way of conveying message was very good. It is really simple and helpful for a general approach to eating for health in daily life.

By Yann L P

May 11, 2018

Started with nice informations then became really easy and common sense. Thought I would learn more, but it was the introduction. I had bigger expectations!

By utkarsh a

Dec 10, 2017

The course was fairly informative and helpful. I like to re-watch the lectures so that I can inculcate some of the good points mentioned during the lecture.

By Harris B O L

Feb 12, 2016

I really like the style of the video lectures! They aren't the typical boring lectures. I enjoyed the course and would to love to know more about nutrition!

By Ahmad M

Apr 23, 2023

A great course that teach fundamentals of healthy nutrition basics and general health and wellness by making right choices when taking and preparing meals.

By Sonna

Dec 28, 2020

I really enjoy this course. It opens my mind about what kind of food is good for my body. Also telling me how important nutrients in it. Thank you so much.

By Prince a s

Dec 6, 2020

Very informative and resourceful. It has added to my knowledge. The videos we're short and the mode of teaching was very clear. Thank you so much coursera.

By wafaa a e

Jul 20, 2020

It is really interesting i loved this course ,thank you ,very helpful.It enables me to understand a lot of things in our lifestyle and the manner of food.

By L S

Jul 14, 2020

Loved the instructors. The course was clear and easy to understand. The small lessons within the larger changed my perspective. I will highly recommend.

By Kimberly R

May 9, 2020

Great information that was very easy to understand and use! I appreciated this course and will definitely be using what I learned to live a healthier life.

By Somaya T S

May 5, 2020

It was an amazing way to spend my time while staying at home. I enjoyed learning new information and knowing new health choices. Thanks for your hard work.

By Andre C

Apr 12, 2020

Very interesting and complete guide through the basics of food and healthy eating. Great starting point to your journey into healthy eating and nutrition.

By Veretyuk V V

Jan 4, 2020

Отличный курс, полезен для любой аудитории. Много внимания уделяется сбалансированному питанию. Занятия хорошо структурированы. Понравились рецепты Майи :)

By Gabrielle

Oct 6, 2019

The course was great, but I already knew a lot from experience and online education :). Would love to get a bit deeper with an online course from Stanford!

By Ana I V A

May 17, 2019

Es un curso muy práctico donde podemos analizar fácilmente los grupos de alimentos, creando conciencia para posteriormente crear un cambio en nuestra salud

By Xinqian X

Dec 17, 2018

Really like this course that gives me more systematic knowledge of healthy food and diet. Pretty practical as some suggestions about shopping and receipts.

By GU Z Q

Dec 3, 2018

It is useful and helpful for me to learn how to form a healthy diet, such as eating less processed food and more vegetables than carbohydrates, less sugar.

By Sarah R

Jan 20, 2018

This was such a great course! It brings up so many great topics and covers a wide variety as well. Loved the recipes & 'how tos' at the end of the course!!