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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 Leslie B

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Jan 11, 2019

I learned SO much from this course! The videos were interesting and easy to follow, with so much information. I really enjoyed this!

By Zhu H

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Jul 19, 2018

This is the best course of food and health introduction. it is help people to understand and how to eat healthy. I love this course.

By Anjali U

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Aug 3, 2017

The concepts are crisp and clear. Its a very informative course and its made in such a way which makes it easy for anyone to follow.

By Marjolaine G

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Jul 26, 2016

Very clear and informative introduction course to healthy eating. Truly motivating and reasonable approaches to start a better diet!

By Siri D

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Sep 23, 2024

An excellent introductory course, it is the perfect starting point for those looking into learning about our food and food habits .

By Rabiya A M

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Oct 27, 2023

I am rabiya malik and have obesity to enroll this course. I learn how to maintain and eat healthy food. thankyou so much Stanford

By Akari A

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Jun 1, 2022

It was so much fun learning especially about the processed food we always had without knowing anything! Thank you so much Dr.Maya!

By Kate H

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May 22, 2022

Very helpful for my health and i really appreciate these lessons that helps me to look for and eat nauturally less processed foods!

By Zobia Z

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May 21, 2022

i learnt alot about food and how to buy food ingredients. thank you for making this platform for us to learn and make better living

By Dhumya S

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Mar 26, 2022

a very informative course and has bought my interest into learning more about nutrional sustainable buying of food and cooking food

By VAISHNAVI S

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May 18, 2021

It was a fantastic course, had ecstasy and eagerness to complete the course. I thank Stanford university for offering such courses.

By Rakesh G

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Jan 11, 2021

Truly, the steps and knowledge provided in the course is really a good way to bring changes in the health condition of one's life.

By Jovilyn V

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Jul 5, 2020

thank you for this crash course. i've learned a lot from this course especially the last week episode with home cooked food videos.

By 2022: C M P

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Jul 3, 2020

i really enjoyed learning about food and the importance of it when it comes to our health. the topic was interesting and worthwhile

By Uchunor S

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May 13, 2020

I loved every bit of the teachings. My mindset has changed positively and I'm more than ready to impact those around me. Thank you!

By Aditya O

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Apr 18, 2020

This is the real requirement for our society.. Everybody has to go through this course for our health..

In Real ""Health is Wealth""

By Fabiola Q P

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Sep 10, 2019

I learnt a lot about how food can help your body, theory and practice. I enjoy so much this course.....waiting for the second part.

By Rocio C

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Jul 7, 2019

EXCELENTE TRABAJO REALIZADO POR LOS DOCTORES MAYA ADAM Y DOCTOR MICHAEL POLLAN. INTRODUCTION TO FOOD AND HEALTH. THANKS .

By Lillian S

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Jan 29, 2019

The course was very helpful with a better understanding of nutritional value of foods, thank you for the opportunity to learn more.

By Syeda M A M

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Dec 16, 2018

I have learned alot from this course. I highly recommend this course to all students who want to explore andmore learn more.

Thanks!

By Carlos M

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Jan 15, 2018

Simply Superb! I've been implementing all information learnt in this course in my everyday life and really, I have a new me.

Carlos

By Baris C K

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Jan 28, 2016

Awesome course with invaluable practical information about daily food and diet. Would love to see follower courses about specifics.

By Zayn A

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Mar 9, 2024

Fantastic course. Really good, practical information which will help me educate my patients. This was just what I was looking for.

By Aisha B

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Jun 7, 2023

I thoroughly enjoyed the curse. Thank you so much for this concise yet valuable course that walked through the basics of nutrition

By Chioma T E C

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Apr 26, 2023

I enjoyed this course. Though i finished it long ago, it was one of the first courses i took with Stanford University. No regrets