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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

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.

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 Teresa D

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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!

By Erini P

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Jan 15, 2021

This was very clear to understand. I've already started applying what I've learned to my everyday routine of cooking, and in general planning our family meals. Thank you!

By Farhiya m m

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Oct 5, 2020

I am from somalia, this course gives me more skill to important of health and food dietry which makes my knowledge very good about food which is healthier to the community

By Shadha E

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Jun 30, 2020

Nice course really enjoy it and can follow it easily. At the end got a few recipes that i will tried them and recommend to my fried specially who want Gluten free recipes.

By Dinorah D L A N N

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Jun 8, 2020

Excellent material, so easy to follow. I ended wanting to learn more about the positive ways of meals preparation and mindfulness about what I take to my mouth and body.

By Hannah A

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Jun 2, 2020

I really love this course. Our instructor Ma'am Maya Adams was so wonderful in this course. I enjoyed every bit of it. Thank you Stanford University!! Thank you Coursera!!

By Cynara B

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Mar 18, 2020

This course is a bliss! I loved every second of it, both Maya and Michael Pollan are great to synthesize information and to make it simple to absorb! Very good experience!

By Ana N d S N

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Mar 4, 2019

I loved it! It's well constructed. It helps you understand the importance of nutrition and how to apply it to your daily life. It has broadened my view on food and health.

By Suzana D

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Jun 16, 2018

I really recommend this course for everyone, we need to learn how to start our real nutrition, and teach our children to reduce infinity the obesity and diseases globally.

By Yinhan T

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Dec 28, 2021

An excellent, on point, easily comprehensible course on the impact of foods to our body, the food culture in the United States, how to make the right food decisions, etc.