Carbohydrate-rich Foods & the Glycemic Index

Overview

• The course addresses global epidemics of obesity and Type 2 Diabetes, highlighting the role of diet-related diseases.
• Focus on innovative strategies for promoting healthful eating.
• The course aims to move away from reductionist nutrient discussions to practical discussions about real food.

Course Goals

• Equip learners with information and practical skills to optimize their eating habits.
• Provide tools to distinguish between health-supporting foods and those that are detrimental.
• Advocate for a return to home cooking as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Course Structure

• Introduction
  • Duration: 2:03 minutes
• A Sociocultural History of Obesity
  • Duration: 3:35 minutes
• Macronutrient Structure & Metabolism
  • Duration: 4:43 minutes
• Carbohydrate-rich Foods & the Glycemic Index
  • Duration: 3:45 minutes
• Animal & Plant-based Proteins
  • Duration: 3:45 minutes
• Dietary Fats & Their Effects on Human Health
  • Duration: 4:42 minutes

Key Concepts

• Global Epidemics:
  • Increase in processed food consumption
  • Cultural shift away from preparing food at home
• Health Promotion:
  • Return to simple home cooking
  • Understanding the environment in which we consume food

Skills Acquired

• Health Informatics
• Nutrition
• Food Safety
• Food Science

Reviews

• Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (based on 32,970 ratings)
• Positive feedback highlights informative nature and helpful introductory guidance on nutrition.

Instructor

• Maya Adam, MD
  • Role: Lecturer

Additional Resources

• Course Syllabus available for detailed course structure
• Encourage viewing the course trailer for a preview

Enrollment Details

• The course is free to enroll, providing access to valuable insights on nutrition and health.