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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.

GG

Oct 7, 2021

this course changed my view on healthy eating and also instilled healthy cooking habits in me! I absolutely oved the simple , delicious and healthy recipes! definitely trying them out ! Thank you Maya

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By Krzysztof K

Feb 14, 2018

Extremely interesting beginner's guide to a healthier eating and nutrition, giving a lot of overall advice on how to" think more" while considering what and how we eat. I would love to purse this more in-depth!

By Исакова С И

Oct 30, 2016

A wonderful and informative course! Learned a lot about the dangers and benefits of food. Made sure to cook at home very much more useful. Learned how to buy groceries at the supermarket, and liked the recipes!

By Blueberryblossompified m

Oct 11, 2016

Easy to understand and navigate and know where I was in the course and I learned more than I had previously known about nutrition which I thought was helpful. Thank you for the opportunity to take this class :)

By Jihee K

Jul 12, 2016

It was a great course that teaches you how to eat, how to cook and how to eat well. I've been always interested in the relation between food and life, and this helps me to have deeper interested in the subject.

By surendra k

Sep 8, 2023

From this course I have understand that food is not a important thing its any everything.

I understand that how food is not only beneficial but strange thing is detrimental effects if consumed more than enough.

By Meri W

Jul 15, 2023

It was a great course. I hope more people will take it. I had fun learning and my kids enjoyed the videos with me, too. Thanks for sharing those great recipes. Can you please post the gluten free bread recipe?

By Yvonne L

May 14, 2023

easy access to course materials / videos, provides informative practical application to food nutrition and health. I am onward to eat my way to a healthier me. “Eat not too much, mostly plant “ Thanks Maya.

By Sheeza R

Jul 1, 2020

This course was really helpful as in my country mostly people are malnourished even my family is malnourished. So, I think I can improve my health and their health by using knowledge I gained from this course.

By Jean-Paul H

May 11, 2020

Very insightful and educational. The added touch of recipes at the end, with minimally processed and animal-based ingredients was lovely. The instructor and resources are evidence-based and spot on. Thank you!

By Anabela C

Aug 6, 2019

Gracias a todos los que trabajan par que este curso sea posible. Aprendi cosas nuevas, pero lo mas importante es que lo disfrute mucho y me devolvio las ganas de comer sano y cuidar mi salud. Muchas gracias!!!

By Angelica M

Feb 12, 2018

I felt that this course explained eating and food relationship concepts in easy to digest chunks. It was a good eye opener to some of the habits we have and actions we make on a daily basis. Loved the course!

By Sayaan J

Mar 11, 2025

This course is a great way to get your base in food and nutrition strong, its a great starting point and not overwhelming, giving you a very clear understanding of whatever you wish to learn with the course .

By Alyssa J

Jul 13, 2023

I love that this class does not push an agenda for a specific type of diet. it rather teaches you how to manage your nutrition based of fact, education, and science. I also live that week 5 is recipes to try!

By Luana G I N

Oct 25, 2022

O curso Stanford Introduction to Food and Health abrangeu várias áreas do conhecimento, proporcionando uma visão ampla sobre a necessidade de uma alimentação ideal e a sua importância para uma vida saudável.

By Fauziah M

Oct 29, 2020

This is very usefull and interesting, we could know how should we manage our diet so that we'll be healthier at all time. The video and the sound was amazing and I get easily to understand. Thank you so much.

By Melissa A R Z

Aug 8, 2020

Me ha ayudado ha equilibrar mis comidas y a comprender el comportamiento e importancia de los nutrientes en nuestro organismo. Muy bueno el curso. Ayuda a ser más conscientes de nuestros hábitos alimenticios.

By R S J V

May 18, 2020

This course really helped me think about food and daily diets and how it affects our day to day activities. This is great starter course about food and health. I will surely recommend this course. Thank you

By Jack L

Jun 15, 2019

Thank you so much, I have learned a lot in this course.

Now, I do understand well about food in different ways.

I learned food nutrition, healthy diet, and some things which we should avoid in our daily eating.

By Vibs

Mar 27, 2019

Excellent Course with bite size information, which is easy to digest and follow. Highly recommend the course for people interested in nutrition or who simply want to be healthy and transform their lifestyles.

By TANUSREE C

Jul 10, 2018

fantastic and informative. it has practical uses and is life changing. high quality videos and demonstrations make the course interesting. glad i enrolled for this course. looking forward to more such courses

By Arantxa B L

Apr 15, 2018

Me encanto este curso, es una herramienta muy sencilla para aprender sobre conceptos e información básica de nutrición. Me gustaría que algunas recetas fueran aun mas saludables pero en general muy buen curso

By Bethany G

Feb 6, 2018

This course is great for someone who is looking for a quick and simple introduction to healthy eating. The course clearly explains the "why" behind specific food choices, with clear "hows" for implementation.

By Cora H

Jan 24, 2016

I found this to be a great introductory course. It gives helpful tips and ideas that provide you with the foundation to start looking at food, eating food, buying food and cooking food in a more informed way.

By Thitima M ( M

Oct 28, 2022

I love this course. It's very easy to learn and understand what the lecturer teach. I love her voice. I am not a native Englsih speaker but I can understand the knowledge and information. Thank you so much.

By Md A U I

Sep 9, 2020

It was a great short course on what we have been doing wrong with our food choices and the smart choices we make. I hope everyone who has watched this course can make positive changes in their dietary habits