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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

PN

Aug 23, 2021

Very informative! Thanks for having this course free so that more people who are starting to learn about eating properply (like me) will be able to get access to authentic and legit lessons on food ;)

PE

Oct 19, 2021

This course taught me a lot about the components of food! Processed and non-processed food which was the best food of all. I will be happy to spread this healthy dietary ways to my family and friends!

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By Kyrelle R G

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Nov 19, 2022

For me as a student and a person this course help me to know the importance of being healthy and having proper diet and what is the good benefits of cooking food at

By Aditya R

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Sep 3, 2022

excellent course on healthy eating. a must for all course because what can be more important than keeping your BODY healthy because that is the "place where u live"

By MDG M g

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May 19, 2022

Very clear and informative. I learned to be more critical about the importance of out nutrition, it doesnt have to be complicated so we can give a better message

By zeynep Ö

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Dec 20, 2021

It was a great pleasure to attend this course. I gained knowledge that changed my perspective. The course process was fun for me. Thanks to everyone who contributed.

By nubia r

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Oct 13, 2021

I HAVE LEARNED A LOT WITH THE RECIPES AND, HOW TO PREPARE HEALTHY MEALS AT HOME FOR DINNER AND EAT TOGETHER WITH THE FAMILY. THAN YOU, MS. MAYA ADAM AND MR. MICHAEL.

By Janviere K

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Feb 12, 2021

The material was so great high quality presentation and so easy and addictive. I kept watching until I finished the whole 1 month course in 1 week!

Great work Dr Maya

By Manu M J

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Jan 25, 2021

The Course was really wonderful and I was able to understand everything. Especially Maya madam was teaching in an efficient way that I was able to pass in all tests.

By Joanne G

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Jan 18, 2021

A really good basic start to Health and Nutrition. I learnt many new things, especially how manufacturers hoodwink us into eating so many processed & packaged foods.

By Jenna M

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May 1, 2020

Very easy to understand. The creators ensured it was relatable and accessible for most students. Definitely provides you with a good basis for a healthier lifestyle.

By Katherine S V P

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Apr 29, 2020

Brinda excelente información sobre habitos de alimentación, cocina, lo dañino que son los alimentos procesados, y como alimentarse saludable manteniendo un balance.

By Rachel D

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Sep 6, 2018

What a wonderful practical introduction to food in everyday life. Precise, succint, clear information presented to satisfy relevant questions. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

By Deleted A

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May 21, 2018

Excellent course for people who are trying to understand the types of food we should eat, which foods are better for us and how to maintain a good health in general.

By VDOC V

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Feb 2, 2025

THE WHOLE COURSE IS DEVIDED IN GOOD VIDEO FORMAT AND QUESTION PATTERN IS GOOD,SO EASILY UNDERSTAND,AND CRACK THE QUESTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REARCH IS ALSO GOOD

By Eunju O

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Aug 12, 2022

As I learn this course, I want to follow eat food,not too much, and mostly plants food on my diet. Thanks for teaching this course. I am really enjoy this course.

By Mellissa C

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Mar 29, 2022

A simple and short course that provides lots of useful food advice. It is especially useful if you want to maintain good health and do some simple cooking at home.

By Eunice A

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Mar 22, 2022

This course is an eye opener to good nutrition and healthy living and i have enjoyed and learnt so much from each of the lectures. it was worth spending my time on!

By Juli E

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Aug 15, 2021

It's a pleasant course, very easy to follow with short videos. Lecturing is very clear and also giving life examples. I enjoyed the course alot. thank you so much.

By Maria E A

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Nov 16, 2020

Sem palavras, é um curso maravilhoso! Uma oportunidade incrível de aprimorar os conhecimentos, aprender estrategias e sem contar que são profissionais excepcionais!

By Julie E

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Aug 31, 2020

It is an eye opener. Very educative and interesting.

I need to go further on about Nutrition and Dieting (Food and Health). That food is complicated and it a system

By 喜多野光

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Aug 8, 2020

Very easy and interesting course for beginners! No difficult terms or concepts. You'll definitely like the cooking videos and recipes at the very end of the course.

By dailylifekyo

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Jul 3, 2020

A very simple course yet full of important knowledge on how to kick start eating healthy. Can be completed in a week and the interactive videos for learning is fun.

By Cristina S

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Jun 23, 2020

I enjoyed the course very much. The information is presented in a simple manner and there are practical tips that are very easy to follow. Thank you for the course!

By Sylvie D

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May 12, 2020

Loved the entire course! The sections and the easy understanding of each section.

It inspired me to continue reading, learning and writing about nutrition.

Thank you!

By Mercedes F

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May 11, 2020

Muy interesante. He aprendido mucho y me encantaría aprender más. Lo recomiendo a cualquier persona que le interese todo lo relacionado con la salud y la nutrición.

By Françoise J M M

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Apr 13, 2020

Gostei muito da forma em que foi elaborado, os vídeos e leituras são de ótima qualidade incluindo a qualidade do método de ensino <3. Obrigada por existir Coursera.