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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 10, 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.

SR

Jul 12, 2022

learned alot on this course. Very knowledgeable and full of healthy recipes. Great way to start your goal. Along with excersice and healthy eating you are on your way to a great healthy mind and body.

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By Molly W

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Nov 20, 2022

I really enjoy the course. The contents of the course are very attractive, explained all the concept in detail.

I learned a lot of useful knowledge from the course that are very helpful in my daily life, especially for weight management and healthy diet.

Thank you so much.

By Arpita N

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Jan 18, 2021

I liked the research based approach to food and nutrition. I am hoping this will help me build a better relationship with food. I have struggled with weight problems all my life. I do love to cook at home, but my challenge is I go to food when I am stressed out or bored.

By Devan

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Nov 16, 2020

Please give me the Certificate I have Given The Exam and i am Passed in all quizes. I am a high school student so how can i pay the money and i have studied with my whole heart please give me the certificate please ,and my parents are not rich enough to give me the fund.

By Auke W

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Jun 17, 2020

Covid19 was the perfect opportunity to expand on my skill set and have loved learning more about food and nutrition. It gave me a better understanding of the basics of food and health for my family. It even inspired me to further study a degree in Nutrition and Medicine.

By Samuel N

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May 26, 2020

Thank you Coursera and Standford University for making the course informative, comprehensive and relevant. I now find myself in a better position to make informed decisions in regards to the choice of foods and the preparation of meals that are nutritious and enjoyable.

By Ghrieb A H

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Aug 9, 2023

Dear Maya Adam MD - Stanford University,

I wanted to extend a quick note of gratitude for the Stanford Introduction to Food and Health I recently completed. It was a wonderful learning experience, and I greatly appreciate your guidance throughout the course.

Best regards,

By Fahad A

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Oct 9, 2022

This was really a good introductory course for understanding how Food and Health are related through the chain of not only nutrients and calories but the processes that are essential element to understanding food sciences and are source to these nutrients and calories.

By Rayane M

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Mar 7, 2022

Eu realmente gostei do curso. É muito importante pensar e repensar sobre a nossa alimentação e qualidade dos itens que colocamos no nosso prato. Também achei muito interessante a forma como as informações foram apresentadas, de uma forma simples e prazerosa de assistir.

By VIGNESH S

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Oct 22, 2020

Terrific course about what we eat in daily life and what we must to avoid. Some practical sessions are available. Best takeaway quote from the course is Cooking is not the job for women. Share things while making the meal and definitely after the meal too. Enjoy cooking

By Juan P S C

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Oct 18, 2020

La información fue clara, especifica y completamente práctica. Soy psicólogo de la salud, me especializo en el área de prevención, por lo que este curso me servirá muchísimo en próximas experiencias profesionales. Muchas gracias a la persona que hizo posible este curso.

By Hina

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Jul 4, 2020

It was great to understand the food values. This course was very helpful in understanding how to read labels? What to buy? How to proportionate the meal? What is the difference between fats, proteins and carbohydrates? Really, it is good to know what nutrition value is.

By Matilde N H

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Jun 24, 2020

es un curso muy interesante, aprendí muchísimo y me encanto. llevando a cabo lo que nos enseña no es difícil llevar una dieta saludable.

muy recomendable para las personas que quieren cambiar a un estilo de vida que te dará muchos beneficios en el futuro.

gracias COURSERA

By Shonnah H

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Jun 2, 2020

It's a very informative course that gives you a baseline to starting a healthier diet where you'll know how to further research. I'd say it's a great starting point, but if you've already done a handful of research, you'll probably know most of the stuff in this course.

By Amin H

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Mar 9, 2020

For Italian Guys : Per chi fosse interessato ad imparare le basi per una dieta sana ed equilibrata, questo corso è l'ideale! In più può aiutare come me ad arricchire il proprio curriculum avendo più possibilità di ambire in ciò che si ha passione! Grazie per la lettura!

By Minh A P

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Jun 18, 2017

This course provides me with reliable information about food and health. It is really informative and helpful. The professor is really passionate about the topic, which makes the subject much more interesting to study. I would strongly recommend this course to everyone.

By Carolina G

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Nov 22, 2016

This is a great and really inspiring course on food, nutrients to improve your health. It really inspires you to take second look and how you feed yourself and others who matter to you. Most importantly it teaches you to respect food and to see the connection to the hum

By Dr. P D S

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Nov 25, 2021

Dear Maya madam and Michael sir ,You both are best. everything is so much aptly taught. Learnt very important basic key factor about nutrition which is mandatory for knowledge about food. Thanks for giving me this opportunity and making me part of Stanford University.

By Balachandran N

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May 17, 2021

Very good course.very essential for every human being. Difference between the Processed food and homemade food is explained clearly MrsMaya p Receipeses is also good. Within short period how we can prepare healthy food is explained to us by Mrs. Maya. Hats off to her.

By Trailer

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Feb 14, 2016

This class helps me to realize the significance of foods and health.I had a bad dietary habits,then I have been fat and some chronic diseases.I thought i was lazy and didn't know how to deal with it.But now,i determine to have a healthier diet and lifestyle.

THANK YOU!

By Raquel E S

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May 11, 2020

it's basic, easy, comprehensible and accurate for people who are struggling with overweight or people who simply need a push towards adopting a healthier lifestyle.

For people looking to gain professional knowledge in the field of nutrition, it is not the perfect fit

By Samar A

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Apr 21, 2020

This course is amazing. It shows the importance of cooking food at home, what should we eat and what should we avoid eating and how to choose healthy options during shopping. This course is a must if you care about your health. Thank you so much Maya for this course.

By asif s

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Jan 30, 2019

Hi my name is asif because of this course i have take the opportunity to expand my knowledge and grow my skills . From this course i have leraned more about our health, nutrients, healthy tips and many more. so , i am thanking to give chance to me , Thank you so much

By Cynthia G

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May 23, 2018

¡Excelente curso! Aprendí muchísimas cosas que no pensé fueran importantes para una buena alimentación. También aprendí algunos tips sobre algunos alimentos ahora me queda claro que tomaré en cuenta todo lo que aprendí para alimentarme adecuadamente. Congratulations!

By Zhanar A

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Apr 30, 2021

It is really very useful and vaulable course that explains how important it is to choose and plan your meal, not to feel hungry instead of feeling full. I like the mantras recommended!!! The recipes are simple, healthy and easy to cook! Enjoyed the course immensely!

By MAHASIN S

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Mar 8, 2021

I really learned and re-learned information that I had in my head. I want to continue with courses like this in the hopes that I can help as many people as possible. I hope to use the Discussion Board more in my next course. Dr. Maya's video's were really engaging.