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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!

AA

May 19, 2022

This course is very very simple but if we follow this course, 100 percent our health will be change completely. Our view towards our food becomes more clear. I recommend this course for every person.

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By Gina P

Mar 2, 2016

Great basic information about nutrition and health. I wish it would go a little bit deeper into each nutrient.

By Julie K

Jan 27, 2016

Simple and to the point. Good practical tips to lead a healthier life style while enjoying a variety of foods.

By María F Z

Mar 4, 2022

Es un buen curso con mucha información básica de nutrición, sin embargo te ayuda a reforzar algunos aspectos.

By Satyajeetsinh C (

Apr 13, 2021

it's a basic introductory course stanford should give a full course also.

but this is very useful information.

By Bablu P

Oct 21, 2020

Great initiative to help people realize, What is necessary to do in order to prevent obesity or malnutrition.

By Ayushi J

May 13, 2020

Loved the course. Especially how clearly it states about the food habits one needs to create to stay healthy.

By Michael A O

Feb 6, 2019

This was a very concise and functional course. A lot of Important Information was covered and well explained.

By vasu n

Apr 23, 2017

Thanyou for the course .its informative. I wish there is more metabolic description and consumer behaviour

By Zhu b

May 10, 2016

It is so useful.Especially the professor will teach you how to cook and I felt so hunger when I was watching.

By Hilda K

Apr 4, 2023

Straightforward and simple course. Much of the information is already well-known but always a good reminder.

By Dr. A S P

Feb 22, 2022

This free course is good for non health person who interest in food and health.I enjoyed the course so much.

By John C

Mar 2, 2016

Basic information useful for those without much knowledge of nutrition or want a review about healthy eating

By Wyatt W

Jun 1, 2023

It was a very good introduction to food health, and a good start for people starting there journey of food.

By Sweety G

Oct 1, 2020

It was fantastic learning online course.it has taught me how takecare healthy lifestyle using healthy food.

By ibrahim e

Jun 25, 2025

The course is very useful, and Dr. Maya is a professor who is very proficient in the content she presents.

By Juan F

May 18, 2025

its a very good course for general people who search for a better understanding of how to improve its diet

By abhi j

Feb 15, 2021

I was hoping for something more detailed but since it is an introductory course I find it awesome as well.

By SOURABH J

Aug 6, 2019

it is spectacular and it is basis of food which is known by each every person and it can be much more good

By Anko v d Z

Sep 22, 2024

A good basis for nutrition, although not worth the 35 euros that they ask for it. Half price would be max

By Jourdan L

Dec 4, 2020

Very Informative, gave many facts about nutrition that I did not know. Had some great recipes at the end.

By Jordan G

Jul 16, 2020

Basic nutrition course. Great for beginners and those interested in learning about their diets and how to

By Pía V

May 14, 2020

Es muy claro y preciso para alguien principiante. Explica muy bien la bases de la alimentación saludable.

By Phil b

Aug 15, 2024

The course was informative, and I appreciated the recopies. The questions I think should be at least 10.

By Rupa S

Mar 23, 2022

I enjoyed being in this class!! it was great understanding about the food and diet. Thank you very much.