Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets
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Course Summary
This course explores the concept of sustainable diets and how they can help combat climate change and improve overall health. Students will learn about various dietary patterns and how they impact the environment and human health.Key Learning Points
- Understand the impact of different dietary patterns on the environment and human health
- Learn about the concept of sustainable diets and how they can help combat climate change
- Explore practical strategies for promoting sustainable diets in different settings
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the concept of sustainable diets and their potential impact on the environment and human health
- Identify practical strategies for promoting sustainable diets in different settings
- Evaluate the strengths and limitations of different dietary patterns in terms of sustainability and health
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of nutrition and food systems
- Interest in sustainability and climate change
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video lectures
- Quizzes
Similar Courses
- Food, Nutrition & Your Health
- Sustainable Food Systems: A Mediterranean Perspective
Related Education Paths
Related Books
Description
What we eat and how we produce that food have significant effects on human health and the sustainability of our planet. But what is a ‘sustainable’ diet? A sustainable diet, as defined by the FAO, promotes health and well-being and provides food security for the present population while sustaining human and natural resources for future generations. This short course looks at the urgent need to address the sustainability of our food systems, including better understanding the complex relationship between diet and climate change. We’ll explore current research on dietary shifts needed in high, middle, and low-income countries to achieve both sustainability and food security goals and discuss evidence-based strategies to promote sustainable diets.
Knowledge
- What is food system sustainability and resilience?
- What is a "sustainable" diet - and why does it matter?
- How can we make our food system more sustainable?
Outline
- Introduction to Food Systems Sustainability and Public Health
- Introduction to Food Systems, Sustainable Diets, & Public Health
- Sustainable Food Systems (Says Who?)
- Wasted Food: Putting 40% of our Food Supply in the Landfill
- What We Can Do: Policy, Sustainable Diets and More
- Food Resilience: No Regrets; Conclusions: Don’t Press Snooze!
- Welcome to our Course!
- Pre-course survey
- Week 1 Supplemental Readings and Resources
- Week 1 Graded Quiz
- Sustainable Diets and Climate Change
- Background and Rationale
- Climate Impact of Foods
- Climate Impact of Diets in the US
- Climate Impact of Diets around the World
- Week 2 Supplemental Readings and Resources
- Week 2 Graded Quiz
- Strategies for Advancing Sustainable Diets
- Exploring Sustainable Diets (US Focus)
- Sustainable and Healthy Diets Across the Globe
- Bring About Change through Targeted Communications
- The Role of the Public Health Dietician/Practitioner
- Week 3 Supplemental Readings and Resources
- Post-course survey
- Week 3 Graded Quiz
- Step 2: Submit a "quiz" to tell us your reflection was posted
Summary of User Reviews
Discover how to eat a diet that is good for you and the planet with the Sustainable Diets course on Coursera. Users rave about the engaging and informative content which is delivered in a clear and concise manner. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the emphasis on plant-based diets.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative content
- Clear and concise delivery
- Emphasis on plant-based diets
- Practical advice for making sustainable food choices
- Helpful resources and recommended readings
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course too basic
- Others felt that the course focused too much on the Western diet
- Limited interaction with instructors and other students
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Course may not be suitable for those already familiar with sustainable food practices
Roni Neff
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