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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

AE

Jun 21, 2018

It was an amazing course that allowed for me to be much more conscious of what I was eating and pushed me to strive to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Overall, it was very entertaining and informative!

CN

May 13, 2021

Really good as an introductory guide to general human nutrition. Gives great insights on cooking, planning meals and health diet habits. It's a rather short course with actually impactful information.

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By Michael A O

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Feb 5, 2019

This was a very concise and functional course. A lot of Important Information was covered and well explained.

By vasu n

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Apr 23, 2017

Thanyou for the course .its informative. I wish there is more metabolic description and consumer behaviour

By Zhu b

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May 10, 2016

It is so useful.Especially the professor will teach you how to cook and I felt so hunger when I was watching.

By Hilda K

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Apr 4, 2023

Straightforward and simple course. Much of the information is already well-known but always a good reminder.

By Dr. A S P

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Feb 22, 2022

This free course is good for non health person who interest in food and health.I enjoyed the course so much.

By John C

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Mar 1, 2016

Basic information useful for those without much knowledge of nutrition or want a review about healthy eating

By Wyatt W

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May 31, 2023

It was a very good introduction to food health, and a good start for people starting there journey of food.

By Sweety G

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Oct 1, 2020

It was fantastic learning online course.it has taught me how takecare healthy lifestyle using healthy food.

By abhi j

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Feb 15, 2021

I was hoping for something more detailed but since it is an introductory course I find it awesome as well.

By SOURABH J

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Aug 5, 2019

it is spectacular and it is basis of food which is known by each every person and it can be much more good

By Jourdan L

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Dec 3, 2020

Very Informative, gave many facts about nutrition that I did not know. Had some great recipes at the end.

By Jordan G

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Jul 15, 2020

Basic nutrition course. Great for beginners and those interested in learning about their diets and how to

By Pía V

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May 13, 2020

Es muy claro y preciso para alguien principiante. Explica muy bien la bases de la alimentación saludable.

By Rupa S

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Mar 23, 2022

I enjoyed being in this class!! it was great understanding about the food and diet. Thank you very much.

By Fergus M

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Aug 9, 2021

Interesting and informative. Unfortunately though the recipes look good, they do not suit my vegan diet!

By prasad p

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Apr 15, 2020

course is designed in such a way that gives conceptula clarity and understanding of food related aspects

By Gina M

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Aug 10, 2019

Easy, interactive, entertaining. Practical advice to eat, cook and shop better. Definitely recommend it.

By Santiago Y

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Dec 20, 2018

Good course , for introducing people on the nutritional aspect. I obtained some ideas for cooking meals.

By Jacob O

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Nov 7, 2017

Very informative and easy to understand.

A few more practical suggestions/advice would make it a 5-star!

By Marino E P D

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Jan 24, 2017

It's a very nice course. I learn a lot thing related with how to improve my health and my eating habits.

By Claudia S

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Jul 5, 2022

Very important information, some of the information provided has been very helpful to me and my family!

By Katleho T

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Mar 8, 2022

Very informative. However I wish the recipes at the end were practical to use in third world regions.

By Sharolyn V

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Jul 30, 2020

Loved this course! It's a great course to start with if you want to expand your knowledge of nutrition.

By Deleted A

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Jul 28, 2020

A nice basic overview of healthy eating. Why you should do it and the deleterious effects if you don't.