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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

TL

Sep 30, 2016

Extremely interesting course. I feel the material and videos were very easy to absorb and understand. I certainly would recommend this to anyone with an interest in food and how it affects our health.

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 Matthew W W

Feb 6, 2019

This course has really opened my eyes to food and health, specifically how we should treat our food in respect to our health. Thank you so much Maya!

By Mila P

Oct 26, 2017

Very good course, well planned and organized. All the essential information one needs about nutrition and how it affects the health of an individual.

By Theresa T

Feb 1, 2017

Easy to understand with lots of information regarding nutrition and how it applies to your busy life; I enjoyed a lot of the info that was new to me.

By Диана С

Apr 9, 2024

Очень понравился курс, спасибо очень много полезной информации.Очень интересно,все изложено доступным языком,так же я могу обучаться на своем языке.

By LUIS V (

Oct 2, 2023

Me encanto, soy entrenador personal de ya hace 10 años y aquí encontré algunas herramientas para mejorar mis habilidades y conocimientos. Gracias 🙏

By Lourens

Mar 26, 2023

As a paraplegic, the course helped me cook right for my health. Now I can live a better, and lead a better healthier lifestyle. Thank you very much.

By Emily C

Sep 10, 2022

I truly believe this is a wonderful educational resource. I highly reccomend taking this course if you want to learn the basics of food and health.

By Maureen S

Jun 28, 2021

It was a great course for those who are just starting their learning journey and for those who need a refresher. Thank you for offering this course.

By Naixin G

May 8, 2020

This is the first course I learned in Coursera. Thank you, Dr Pollan and Dr Adam, who made this course not too complicated, informative, and active!

By Teresa C C

Apr 24, 2020

Gracias por la oportunidad.

esto lo voy a poner en practica en la vida cotidiana de mi familia y allegados.

todas las explicaciones son muy completas.

By john f t p

Apr 14, 2020

Muy útil y agradable el curso. Hace una importante contribución al conocimiento de la sana alimentación y a la salud de las personas. Muchas gracias

By Anna V

Aug 6, 2019

Этот курс напомнил мне о том, что домашнее приготовление пищи не такое уж сложное и долгое, и в то же время веселое, объединяющее занятие для семьи.

By Jazmin G

Jan 30, 2018

Amazing ! You learn key things to enjoy a healthy life, simply but with determination! Thanks to Maya and Dr. Pollan for all that great information.

By Vishwajeet M

Jul 28, 2017

Great course, for anyone who wishes to understand their food better, and make changes to their dietary habits. Very simple but really useful course.

By Deleted A

Apr 29, 2017

I love the course! It's a great introduction on how to eat healthy. I've been meaning to know more about nutrition and this is a great first step :)

By Olivia

Apr 19, 2017

I always enjoy any course that Maya does. I love that she keeps it simple and provides us with videos of her cooking these simple but amazing meals.

By Mohamed L

Oct 16, 2016

A great course. Gives helpful information on how to eat right, what is a healthy diet and how to manage healthy food intake.

Simple and informative.

By piya s

May 5, 2016

THIS IS EASY TO UNDERSTAND AND VERY WORTHY TO LEARN! AND VERY USEFUL FOR DAILY LIFE. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THIS CLASS. i WILL BE HEALTHIER PERSON,

By Дима

May 14, 2024

Познавательный курс мне очень понравился, узнал много чего интересного и полезного, советую всем кто хочет улучшить качество жизни и быть здоровым.

By Polina S

Jan 8, 2024

Very helpful information, with good visualisation for better learning. Thank you very much for making this course and making it available for free!

By LADY A R R

Oct 9, 2023

Es un curso excelente! Muy excelente, me ha ayudado a comprender acerca de comer saludablemente y ayudar a mis familiares y amigos. Muy agradecida.

By Kristi H

May 7, 2023

As a food professional, I found this program very valuable and I would recommend it to any one interested in be empowered by good eating practices.

By Leonardo M C

Aug 9, 2022

Excelent, clear and gives an interesting point of view about how can people improve their life styles and health through a better food consumption

By patricia c

Oct 26, 2021

It is excelent!!! Throught it , I have contact with you , and I can improve my English knowledge !!! Thank you very much for this oportunity!!!!!

By Julian S

Jul 24, 2020

It was excellent and really interesting. I have learnt a lot especially the are of processed foods and the nutrients from food.

Thank you very much