Brief Introduction
Learn how to interpret food labels so you can make informed food choices and buy food that supports your health and wellbeing.Course Summary
This course teaches how to read and understand food labels, and make more informed choices when shopping for food. Learn to decode the information on food packaging and make healthier choices for you and your family.Key Learning Points
- Identify the key information on food labels and understand what it means
- Understand how to interpret the nutrition information on food labels
- Learn how to make informed choices when shopping for food
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and understand the key information on food labels
- Interpret the nutrition information on food labels
- Make informed choices when shopping for food
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge required
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
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Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Michael Greger
- Jamie Oliver
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for anyone who makes food purchasing choices and wants to learn more about what goes into their food, the health benefits of what they eat and the sustainability of how it’s produced.
Knowledge
- What topics will you cover?•How to navigate a typical food label - become familiar with the categories of information labels contain and why they are important.•The limitations of food labels - what they don’t tell you.•Decoding ingredients lists and discovering your recommended daily allowances.•Differentiating between trustworthy health claims and those inspired by marketeers.•How to resist the power of branding and gather reliable information to base your buying decisions on.•The complexities of labelling food according to production values such as sustainability and animal welfare.
Summary of User Reviews
Discover how to read and understand food labels with this informative course. Users have generally found this course to be very helpful and informative, with many praising the engaging teaching style. One key aspect that users appreciated was the practical tips provided for reading and interpreting food labels.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging teaching style
- Useful practical tips for reading food labels
- Great for anyone interested in nutrition and healthy eating
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too basic
- Not suitable for professionals in the food industry
- Limited interaction with other learners
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