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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

PE

Oct 18, 2021

This course taught me a lot about the components of food! Processed and non-processed food which was the best food of all. I will be happy to spread this healthy dietary ways to my family and friends!

PN

Aug 22, 2021

Very informative! Thanks for having this course free so that more people who are starting to learn about eating properply (like me) will be able to get access to authentic and legit lessons on food ;)

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By Arelis R

Aug 28, 2018

I loved this course! It was introduced in an appropriate timely manner, according to the Syllabus. Thank you for offering this fabulous course.

By Juan D B

Mar 19, 2018

Outstanding and unexpected introduction with the most helpful tips on how to eat healthy and happily!! Thank you Dr. Adam!! I've learned so much

By Wende A P

Mar 10, 2016

good overview of the basics for people who want to improve their health (and don't realize that the standard American diet is making them sick).

By Dr R g د ر ج

Aug 31, 2022

excellent content , good teacher skills . i have learned too much about food and nutrition and its relationship and how it facts on our health.

By Zahistha B R

Nov 10, 2021

Dr. Maya Adam's courses are always amazing and easy to grasp. Have already did child nutrition and cooking and now this was fabulous. Thank you

By SaiTejasri.M

Oct 15, 2021

Loved it !! A very Interesting topic n the way they picturised n shown videos with detailed information n in a easy language made more involved

By Mintesnot T

Sep 17, 2021

I learned about food, nutrients and how the food we eat affects our health and what sorts of foods we should eat to maintain our health status.

By Alexandra B

Oct 26, 2020

I really enjoyed this course! I truly feel like I can shop for food that is less processed and I fully understand what I am putting in my body.

By Ana K G O

Sep 21, 2020

Excelente explicación, varios tips de como ser consiente de la elección de alimentos, así mismo optimizar las compras de una despensa saludable

By bryfitt

Jul 29, 2020

Gran curso, me dio un nuevo enfoque con el cual puedo trabajar con mis clientes y abordar de mejor forma su proceso de cambio de estilo de vida

By Michelle d B

May 17, 2020

Great Course. Learned a lot of useful things that can be applied immediately. Makes one more aware of what they are consuming and purchasing.

By Yesid J P

May 8, 2020

aprendi a creer en lo que puedo preparar en la cocina, a conprar mas verduras para comer y a llevar un mejor control de mis gastos alimentarios

By Romina s

Apr 22, 2020

Sensacional, realmente el curso te enseña a poder realizar un plato nutritivo y sobre todo a leer las etiquetas de los productos que consumimos

By amenabayou

Apr 15, 2020

this course is absolutely amazing!!! i do highly recommend any one who is interested in having a healthy life style to check this lovely course

By Maltseva D

Mar 29, 2019

Constructive and helpful information for everyone, cuz everybody have to kb=now more about himself. Thanks a bunch for your work and diligence/

By David H

Dec 29, 2018

Wonderfully engaging and interesting introduction to food and health! Look forward to completing more of these courses throughout the next year

By Kenji T

May 15, 2018

Don't miss a word from a lecturer. This course is very informative, interesting and fun for anyone who are interested in health and nutrition.

By Rodrigo P

Apr 28, 2018

It was a great experience learning some more about nutrition and health. I would recomend this course to any enthusiast of a healthy lifestyle.

By Pedro E

Oct 9, 2017

Its exceptional if i could get two guaranteed certificates of this course i would because it is by far important and essential for human life

By Phoebe C 曹

Apr 26, 2016

It's brief but quite informative. It organizes its content in a way that's both educative and entertaining at the same time. love Maya's style.

By Stella S

Oct 5, 2024

Muy didactico y ameno El contenido , me gusto mucho y la presentadora del curso mucho carisma,excelente curso ,muy agil de realizar,gracias!!!

By Amaninder S

Jul 11, 2023

I would really appreciate Coursera platform to learn professionally. And definitely food knowledge will keep me and others away from sickness.

By DENNIS A A

Nov 14, 2022

The discourse on this course was very elucidative and informative. It has really broadened my knowledge on food and health. Kudos to Coursera.

By Michelle S

Sep 30, 2022

Básico, contiene cimientos importantes no solo para quienes nos dedicamos al mundo del Bienestar sino para cualquier ser humano del planeta :)

By Pratap H

Aug 22, 2022

This course is excellent for all who are curious to take care of their health . They can learn further from the websites those are suggested .