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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

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Aug 6, 2020

I really enjoyed doing the course, Very elaborate and informative course. Things are simplified so much that anybody can understand the basics of nutrition which helps in making the wise food choices.

VI

Jan 18, 2021

It was an interesting and informative, at a basis level, course. The information is easy to understand and the new gained knowledges tend to remain in your memory, due to short and interactive videos.

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By Nikita A

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May 22, 2017

Quick course, informative for anyone who wants to understand American consumption patterns and how we can make healthier choices.

By Marco A S

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Sep 21, 2020

This online learning helps not only on food and health education but also on mental health especially in this times of pandemic!

By Mustafa I M A

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Aug 5, 2020

A very good course about some great topics related to our health but the problem is that I already know 25% - 40% of the content

By Chuah C C

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Dec 22, 2019

Simple and clear guidelines for those who is trying to live a healthier and better life. Course recommended for total beginners.

By Marlene H

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Feb 15, 2023

As a visual /auditory learner

I truly enjoyed that there were both involved as I learned.

Oh the recipes I'll try.

Marlene A. Hope

By Vinay K

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Apr 30, 2021

The course covers all aspects of keeping good health by taking right variety of food in reasonable quantity and enjoy the food.

By Liliana G

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Aug 4, 2020

I really enjoyed the videos with Dr. Maya Adam and Michael Pollen. It was clear, to the point and visually pleasing. Thank you.

By Sara A A

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Jul 27, 2020

Very well explained and easy to understand for people who have no idea of what food is. It is too focused to American citizens.

By Teeramade T

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Jun 30, 2020

this cause is suite for people who want to lean basic information about nutrition and how to have a healthy life by health diet

By Coco C

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Apr 7, 2019

Overall, it is a pretty good course. However, if you have already known some nutritional science, it might be too easy for you.

By Bernard A D

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Aug 5, 2017

Very good information consolidated from many of the sources I have seen or read previously. Very good production value as well.

By Matthias L H

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Jul 9, 2017

Good overview on how to improve overall health but a little simplistic for individuals with a scientific or medical background.

By Gabriel M

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Jun 20, 2016

Simple and clear way to approach food, but it would be great if we could add more nutritional science and physiology based info

By Danielle D

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Apr 16, 2022

Well Spoken, easy to follow and loved the references used to develop this course. A nice course to ease into online studying.

By Ketan K

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Jun 18, 2020

Got a good introduction to nutrition and health. My biggest takeaway is to try cooking myself which I haven't done in my life.

By Deborah L

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May 14, 2017

Interesting introduction that raises the key points and have us thinking about how we can improve our habits to eat healthier.

By Obi U

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Dec 17, 2020

provides an awesome insight on the S.A.D. diet and debunks it, offering better alternatives to lead a more healthy lifestyle.

By Ayotomiwa O

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May 21, 2020

THIS COURSE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO EVERYONE IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY. THIS IS REALLY AN EYE OPENER.

THANK YOU FOR THE PRIVILEGE.

By maria m m a

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May 10, 2020

Es una buena guía para llevar una alimentación más saludable y aplicar el autocuidado en la nutrición individual y colectiva.

By ramiz k

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Apr 15, 2020

Helpful course on understanding the crucial things about the food we eat, also on how can we cultivate healthy eating habits.

By Pallavi V

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Dec 16, 2020

The course gives you a basic insight to food and nutrition and the basic behavioral changes are required for a healthy life.

By Suzilene A

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May 21, 2020

Simple and very elucidative. With a simple language and terms drive us to desmistify our concept and idea of eat and health.

By Mohamed E

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Dec 30, 2019

a Great course, yet i would've like to be given much more science explaining why the encourage or discourage certain things.

By Aditya K

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Jun 13, 2022

I know it was just an introduction but course was really very short. Could have explored more about carb, fat and proteins.

By Debra M

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May 9, 2020

Brief but enjoyable course. Well presented and informative. Especially liked the segments which included Michael Pollan.