Course Summary
This course explores the relationship between food and health, covering topics such as nutrition, food safety, and sustainability.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the impact of food on health and well-being
- Understand the importance of nutrition and food safety
- Explore sustainability in the food industry
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $60,000 - $70,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹600,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €35,000
- USA: $60,000 - $70,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹600,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €35,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹800,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- USA: $60,000 - $70,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹600,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €35,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹800,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- USA: $70,000 - $100,000
- India: ₹500,000 - ₹1,000,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €45,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the impact of food on health
- Identify the key components of a healthy diet
- Explain the importance of food safety and sustainability
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of nutrition
- Internet access
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
Similar Courses
- The Science of Gastronomy
- Introduction to Food and Health
Related Education Paths
Related Books
Description
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.
Outline
- Background on Food & Nutrients
- Introduction
- A Sociocultural History of Obesity
- Macronutrient Structure & Metabolism
- Carbohydrate-rich Foods & the Glycemic Index
- Animal & Plant-based Proteins
- Dietary Fats & Their Effects on Human Health
- Section 1 Quiz
- Contemporary Trends in Eating
- Why Are Highly Processed Foods Generally Less Healthy?
- Trends in Sugar Consumption & Recommendations
- The Case for Cooking
- A Case Study: Middle-aged Pre-diabetic Man
- A Step-wise Approach to Behavior Change
- Section 2 Quiz
- Future Directions in Health - Part I
- Eat Food. Not Too Much. Mostly Plants.
- Cooking: Fundamental Ingredients
- Cooking: Increasing Vegetable Intake
- Cooking: Sensible Substitutions
- Section 3 Quiz
- Future Directions in Health - Part 2
- Constructing a Healthy Plate
- Shopping in a Supermarket
- Reading Nutrition Labels
- The Importance of Moderation in Maintaining a Healthy Diet
- Section 4 Quiz
- Cooking Workshop
- How to Make Gluten Free Crêpes
- How to Make Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
- How to Make Asparagus Torta
- How to Make Idlis - Indian Rice Cakes
- How to Make Pad Thai
- How to Make Lasagna
- How to Make Ricotta Cake
- How to Make Pancakes in a Blender
- How to Make a Sweet Pea Salad
- How to Make Egg Sandwiches
- Recipe for Gluten Free Crêpes
- Recipe for Lemon Herb Chicken
- Recipe for Asparagus Torta
- Recipe for Indian Rice Cakes
- Recipe for Pad Thai
- Recipe for Lasagna
- Recipe for Ricotta Cake
- Recipe for Easy Blender Pancakes
- Recipe for Sweet Pea Salad
- Recipe for Egg Sandwiches
- Recommended Optional Resources
- List of Recommended Readings
- List of Recommended Documentaries
- List of Recommended Websites
Summary of User Reviews
This course on food and health has received positive reviews from users. Many users appreciated the practical approach to healthy eating and the comprehensive coverage of various dietary patterns. However, some users found the course content to be too basic and repetitive.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Practical approach to healthy eatingPros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive coverage of various dietary patterns
- Clear and concise explanations of complex topics
- Engaging and interactive course materials
Cons from User Reviews
- Course content can be too basic for some users
- Some topics are repetitive and could be consolidated
- Limited discussion on cultural and social aspects of food and health
Maya Adam, MD
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