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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

GG

Dec 29, 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.

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.

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By Aparna G

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Feb 24, 2019

quick & very informative. worth it

By Fran

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Aug 7, 2016

Informative and thought provoking.

By Praise A

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May 2, 2023

its very educative and practical.

By Sill J

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Nov 17, 2022

Great lecture and very insightful

By Sepora V P

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Mar 25, 2022

Mow I Know how to level my plate.

By lara a s

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Apr 19, 2021

the courses were very interesting

By Basudeo “ p

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Jan 20, 2021

Very nicely elaborated the course

By Gina M

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Apr 30, 2018

very good and informative course.

By Prachi K J

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Sep 4, 2017

A good way to get into nutrition!

By Sarah G

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Jun 14, 2016

Informative & easy to understand.

By Dharmendra K J P

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Jul 8, 2022

Nice and very useful information

By Trương T T L

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Jun 12, 2021

Interesting & informative course

By thakiyudheen t

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Sep 22, 2020

Fantastic presentation.Thank You

By Phebe A

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Jun 3, 2020

good for overview nutrition info

By fahad z

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May 14, 2020

Good basics for food and health.

By Ahmed A P

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Apr 11, 2020

buen curso pero demasiado básico

By Patrick S

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Apr 16, 2018

Very informative but very basic.

By Fion S

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Sep 13, 2017

i really like the cooking video!

By bhumika g

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Apr 14, 2025

I didn't receive my certificate

By Yichuan L

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Jan 19, 2022

well-designed and inspirational

By Mohana

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Sep 25, 2020

It was very informative course.

By Goodluck F

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Apr 14, 2020

Good Course,Real life Examples.

By Selvam N

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Jun 14, 2025

Super but not send certificate

By Jennifer T

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Aug 30, 2024

This was a great introduction!

By Martín Z P

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Aug 4, 2024

Estuvo divertido e informativo