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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 11, 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.

GG

Dec 30, 2021

It was the best first experience I had and I have gained good amount of knowledge where I am applying that to my day to day life . It's inspiring . Thank you Coursera , Thank you Stanford University.

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By karla s D p

Oct 28, 2018

it an amazing course with a lot of tips very usefull, i really looking forward to continue doing more courses like this

By Ramon D

Apr 16, 2018

A very informative, quick introductory course that focuses on practical aspects of healthy eating. Should be mandatory!

By Greyson D

Jan 9, 2018

Very simple and easy to understand course for people who are just beginning to learn about nutrition and eating habits.

By Anna A

Aug 4, 2017

I truly enjoyed the course .I think anyone who is even a bit curious about the food and health industry should take it.

By Soh K T

Apr 16, 2017

Always enjoyed classes by May. Excellent delivery, interesting and easy to follow. Contents very rich and practical.

By Danielle J

Feb 16, 2016

Thank you for offering the course. I've learned a lot of new nutritional information that I will apply to my lifestyle.

By Neha J

Mar 3, 2025

This course made me more aware about my daily food choices. A very good explanation on this topic. I liked the course.

By zurysaday S C

Aug 17, 2024

La imformación y la forma en que la dan es tan increible, aprendi mucho y disfrute de cada clase aprendiendo, gracias!

By Aahanaa G

Jun 7, 2023

This was short and crisp, it made everything easy to understand and educated me on food and how it affects for health.

By Diogenes A d A

Sep 18, 2022

Gostei muito para uma introdução, perguntas simples e diretas, sem nenhuma dificuldade, as video aulas são excelentes

By Kaleigh O

Jul 14, 2022

This gave me some great starting points to eating better and taking care of my family by cooking better food for them.

By Quách P L

Sep 1, 2021

This course is very helpful and interesting. It's quite easy for learners to follow and understand what speakers said.

By Raphaela C F B

Jul 10, 2021

Curso muito bom, aprendi diversas coisas novas e adquiri conhecimento sobre o como e como cuidar da minha alimentação.

By Lauren S

Dec 8, 2020

Practical, well-reasoned information, presented as a mix of science and general best practices. I enjoyed this course!

By Sarika K

Nov 3, 2020

The course gives a basic insight on the foods and health. How small lifestyle changes can help you lead a healthy life

By Sanjai B

Sep 8, 2020

I have been immensely benefitted by this course, which will enhance my post retirement career plan in Food and Health.

By Dharmaraj G

Aug 4, 2020

its a great course that everyone must learn to lead a healthy life.. finally week 5 cooking workshop helped me a lot.

By Ida M

May 1, 2020

I truly enjoyed the course as it was informative and understandable as delivered in precise and easy to listen manner.

By Carmen R B

Apr 14, 2020

Me encantó el curso. Su formato, la teacher y aprendí mucho . Soy diabética y acá encontré lo que necesitaba. Gracias.

By charlene m s

Apr 6, 2020

so easy to understand and I loved how the last week was practical easy to make recipes. i am so inspired! thank you! X

By Carol J W

Feb 28, 2020

Excellent course. Very enjoyable and informative. Loved the format and the way the instructors presented the course.

By Nada A

Feb 7, 2020

I enjoyed starting with this introductory course on health and nutrition and will be looking for my next one very soon

By Lúcia B

Nov 25, 2019

Simple and easy to understand, with great content and lovely videos. It really makes us think about our eating habits.

By Mahsa R

Aug 31, 2019

It is an amazing course with many useful information. I hope I will study and research in this field in future. Thanks

By Claudia R

Mar 21, 2019

Very helpful, well narrated, wonderful easy videos and recipes. It inspires you to eat cleaner and more balanced foods