Brief Introduction
Explore the role of food in health. Apply nutrition science to guide you on using food as medicine for you and your family.Course Summary
Learn how food can be used as medicine to prevent and treat disease, and discover the unorthodox methods of using food to heal your body.Key Learning Points
- Understand the connection between food and disease prevention
- Discover alternative methods of using food for healing
- Learn how to create healthy and sustainable eating habits
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Nutritionist
- USA: $60,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €30,000
- Health Coach
- USA: $40,000 - $60,000
- India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 4,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €25,000
- Holistic Nutritionist
- USA: $50,000 - $70,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €30,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of using food as medicine for disease prevention and treatment
- Learn how to incorporate alternative methods of using food for healing
- Develop sustainable eating habits for a healthier lifestyle
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of nutrition and wellness
- Access to a variety of fresh and healthy foods
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Nutrition and Health: Macronutrients and Overnutrition
- Food, Nutrition and Health
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Mark Hyman
- Dr. Josh Axe
Related Books
Requirements
- This course will have broad general interest appeal to everyone interested in food, nutrition and health. But it will be of particular interest to healthcare professionals who are looking to have more evidenced-based information, to assist them in providing food-based recommendations to their patients. This course has been certified by the Association for Nutrition. It meets AfN standards for nutrition training of individuals working at Level 1 on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). What does AfN Certification say about this course - please visit the . BDA endorsement applies only to the educational content of the learning activity. Completion of this course does not provide you with qualifications to practice as a nutritionist or dietitian.
Outline
- Food as medicine Course introduction History of food as medicine Food in health and disease What's in food that makes it special? Foods and inflammation Feedback from the course educators A body systems approach for food as medicine Food and the gut Food and the brain Food and our genome Foods, fertility and pregnancy Food and weight Feedback from the course educators Interpreting the science of food as medicine Introduction Nutrition complexities and controversies Making choices: Food and diet Who can you trust? Applying food as medicine to you Where is the future heading? Prove your knowledge and understanding Additional resources Feedback from the course educators
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the power of food as medicine with this online course. Students have praised the informative lectures and engaging discussions, leading to a high overall rating. Many users thought the personalized approach to dietary advice was particularly helpful.Pros from User Reviews
- Informative lectures
- Engaging discussions
- Personalized approach to dietary advice
- Expert instructors
- Easy to follow
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Course material can be repetitive
- Not enough focus on practical application
- Limited interaction with instructors
- Some users found the course too basic
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