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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

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!

HR

Jun 8, 2023

I learnt an excellent way on how to shop good food in supermarkets and about the harmful nature of trans fats which I am completely avoiding now. I got great tips about constructing a healthy plate.

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By Anwar S

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Nov 23, 2021

I think this is a great course I enjoyed it. It gave me a wide variety of information.

By Kristy L

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May 27, 2018

A fair introduction to healthy diets, yet realtively basic to health-conscious people.

By Ramya L

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May 1, 2018

First 2 videos are informative, later are not much, overall will get some information

By Lee c

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Dec 8, 2022

is short course,interesting,but the questions is tricky.i can finish within 24 hours.

By Carinna B

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Jul 6, 2022

I found interesting facts in this cours, i am going to apply in my life and practice

By Azenati S

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Jul 24, 2021

O curso é muito bom e informativo! Gostaria que nas receitas, tivessem alguma vegana!

By Marcie Z

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Sep 26, 2016

Very education, but short. I'd love to see more. Thank you for the recipes in week 5!

By Imtinan A

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Jan 8, 2025

its good course to gain information on basic Health and Food maintanance and choices

By Ippagunta M

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Mar 29, 2022

its a great course for beginners to get idea on fundamentals of health and nutrition

By Власова А А

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Jul 17, 2017

I would like more scientific information about interaction of food with our organism

By Natalia W

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Feb 15, 2016

It was really nice introduction, I would love to make higher level with certificate!

By Burnadene E

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Feb 19, 2023

Well presented

Easy to understand. Enjoyed

the introduction

of gluten

free recipes

By Kaushal N

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Feb 12, 2023

good info. Very basic info I Was looking to get more info on food by categorization

By Karen R O L

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Jan 12, 2021

Me gusto mucho el contenido, he aprendido aspectos esenciales para cuidar mi salud.

By Natasha A

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Dec 19, 2020

I loved the course.IT was so simple and easy to follow and learn everything taught.

By Diana O

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Jun 30, 2020

i´ve learned a lot and had some tips about how to bild an healthier dish. Thank you

By Dhwani S

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Jun 10, 2020

really got very good knowledege of food

very best course one must always learn this

By Daniela E

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Nov 29, 2019

It was very interesting but a little basic if you already know about healthy eating

By JOSÉ D H R

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Jul 12, 2018

es un curso muy informativo y considero que ayuda comprender algunos temas confusos

By Jose E U R

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Oct 7, 2025

Hola muy buen curso solo quiero felicitar a todos los que hacen posible este curso

By U. L N S E

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Sep 6, 2021

This course is useful in understanding the basic knowledge about food and health.

By DHANESAN M

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Dec 22, 2020

Learned about importance of home cooked food.... Dont buy and eat processed food .

By Rhianna L

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May 4, 2020

Pros: Good basic introduction. Cons: Some quiz questions were phrased confusingly.

By David M

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Nov 18, 2017

Lovely fundamental nutrition course. Easy to understand and put in the daily life.

By ВАлентина П

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Jun 6, 2023

very good course for beginners, who wants to eat healthy and change the lifestyle