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Jane Chao,
Ming Jer Hsieh,
and
Yu Zhi Lian
Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for anyone with an interest in how nutrition affects the human body. You can use the hashtag #FLeating2livewell to talk about this course on social media.
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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for anyone with an interest in how nutrition affects the human body. You can use the hashtag #FLeating2livewell to talk about this course on social media.
Topics Covered
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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for anyone with an interest in how nutrition affects the human body. You can use the hashtag #FLeating2livewell to talk about this course on social media.
Topics Covered
- The health crisis that many modern people are facing.
- The importance of breastfeeding & dietary suggestions for breastfeeding mothers.
- The importance of glutamine: how does it affect our health?
- Introduction to health foods and nutrition supplements.
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Practical nutrition for daily wellness
According to learners, this course offers a highly practical and accessible introduction to nutrition, focusing on how diet impacts well-being. Many found the content clear and easy to understand, making it ideal for beginners or those seeking to improve their daily eating habits. Specific topics like breastfeeding nutrition and the role of glutamine were highlighted as particularly valuable and unique. While the course provides a solid foundation, some with prior knowledge felt it might be too basic, suggesting it's best for general interest rather than advanced study. Overall, it's considered motivating and informative for living a healthier life.
Some content is introductory and general rather than deeply specific.
"Good for a very quick overview, but don't expect university-level depth."
"Sometimes felt a bit repetitive, but overall positive."
"I found most of it to be common sense if you've already explored nutrition a bit."
Explores specific health areas like breastfeeding and glutamine.
"The modules on breastfeeding were particularly helpful for me as a new mom."
"The sections on glutamine and breastfeeding were unique and incredibly valuable."
"I appreciated the segments on health foods and understanding glutamine, topics often overlooked."
Features engaging instructors and well-organized material.
"The instructor explained complex topics clearly, and the concepts were easy to grasp."
"The course material was well-organized, and the instructors were engaging."
"Very well-structured and easy to follow, making learning enjoyable."
Well-suited for those new to nutrition concepts.
"It's great for beginners, but I was hoping for a bit more depth in certain areas."
"Highly recommend for anyone looking to eat healthier, especially if you're just starting out."
"As an absolute beginner, I found the concepts easy to grasp and the explanations very clear."
Provides valuable, actionable insights for daily nutrition.
"I learned so much practical information about nutrition that I could immediately apply to my daily life."
"Really clear and actionable advice. I loved how they broke down complex ideas into manageable pieces."
"I gained practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my health."
Some reviews noted discussions on supplements that felt promotional.
"At times it seemed to promote certain supplements which I found a bit off-putting."
"Also, some information about supplements felt a bit like an ad."
"I wished the sections on supplements were more neutral."
May lack depth for those with prior nutrition knowledge.
"Too simplistic for my background. As someone with some prior knowledge, I found most of it to be common sense."
"A solid introduction to nutrition... I was hoping for a bit more depth in certain areas."
"Okay course. Some parts felt a bit basic, don't expect university-level depth."
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Core textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in nutrition. It delves into the biochemical and physiological aspects of nutrient metabolism, providing a deeper understanding of how the body utilizes macronutrients and micronutrients. It's valuable for those seeking a strong scientific foundation in nutrition.
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A thought-provoking book that critiques the modern Western diet and industrial food system. It encourages a return to simpler, whole foods and offers a common-sense approach to eating. It's a valuable read for understanding the broader context of nutrition.
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The writing of Dr. Joan Salge Blake is clear and engaging. She provides a thorough grounding in the basics of nutrition. Blake also covers the major issues related to nutrition and overall health.
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