Course Overview

Learn the fundamentals of good nutrition from a trusted medical professional and explore how to apply this knowledge to improve your own health. Making smart eating choices is essential for a healthy and successful life, yet we often encounter misleading information that can harm our well-being. Nutrition Made Clear sorts through these misconceptions and replaces them with evidence-based science.

Through 36 in-depth lectures led by dietitian and award-winning Professor Roberta H. Anding, you’ll gain a practical guide to applying nutritional principles to your lifestyle. This course offers medically backed, statistically proven information designed for all ages, serving as a valuable investment in your health and well-being.

Course Lessons

1. Why We Eat What We Do

Explore the current state of American nutrition, its historical context, and an overview of the lectures ahead.

Duration: 31 min

2. Sources of Nutrition Fact and Fiction

Learn how to navigate the overwhelming amount of nutritional information and identify credible sources while addressing public health policies.

Duration: 29 min

3. Our Underappreciated Digestive Tract

Understand the gastrointestinal tract’s functions and how to manage common digestive ailments through dietary changes.

Duration: 31 min

4. It’s All About the Calories!

Discover the factors influencing caloric intake and strategies for effective weight management by understanding metabolism.

Duration: 30 min

5. Hydration – You Are What You Drink

Investigate hydration needs, the effects of dehydration, and the influence of caffeine and alcohol on hydration levels.

Duration: 31 min

6. Not All Carbohydrates Are Created Equal

Examine the functions of simple and complex carbohydrates and learn to make better carbohydrate choices.

Duration: 31 min

7. Facts on Fiber

Explore the types of fiber, their health benefits, and the importance of incorporating them into your diet.

Duration: 32 min

8. Protein – An Indispensable Nutrient

Learn how protein functions in the body, adequate intake levels, and the consequences of protein deficiency.

Duration: 34 min

9. Fat, Fat Everywhere!

Distinguish between different types of dietary fats and learn how to manage fat intake effectively.

Duration: 29 min

10. Vitamins – Spotlight on C

Investigate the importance, sources, and requirements of Vitamin C, along with its role in preventing illness.

Duration: 31 min

11. Vitamins A and K – Multitaskers

Study the purposes of Vitamins A and K, their dietary sources, and the effects of deficiency.

Duration: 28 min

12. Vitamin E – Fallen Hero; Vitamin D – Rising Star

Examine the roles of Vitamin E and Vitamin D in health and the impact of their consumption.

Duration: 31 min

13. B Vitamin Basics

Explore the B vitamins and their contributions to energy release, as well as common myths associated with them.

Duration: 32 min

14. The Major Minerals

Learn about the seven essential minerals and their roles in maintaining bodily functions, focusing on calcium and potassium.

Duration: 30 min

15. The Highs and Lows of Sodium and Potassium

Discover how sodium and potassium affect blood pressure and the appropriate daily intake levels for both.

Duration: 30 min

16. Iron, Zinc, Selenium – Balance Is Everything

Understand the importance of these minerals for immune function and disease prevention.

Duration: 32 min

17. Cardiovascular Disease – What Are the Risks?

Explore the types of cardiovascular diseases and the risk factors associated with them.

Duration: 30 min

18. A Heart-Healthy Lifestyle

Learn how to mitigate heart disease risks through diet and lifestyle choices.

Duration: 31 min

19. The DASH Diet – A Lifesaver

Get insights on the DASH diet and its role in managing hypertension.

Duration: 31 min

20. Obesity – Public Health Enemy Number One

Examine the causes of obesity, its prevalence, and its implications for public health.

Duration: 31 min

21. Healthy Weight Management

Discover effective habits for maintaining a healthy weight and guidelines from the American Dietetic Association.

Duration: 31 min

22. Metabolic Syndrome and Type 2 Diabetes

Delve into the causes and prevention of metabolic syndrome and Type 2 diabetes.

Duration: 32 min

23. Dietary Approaches to Weight Management

Evaluate popular weight-loss methods and learn alternative approaches for long-term weight management.

Duration: 31 min

24. Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

Explore dietary strategies to help reduce the risk of cancer.

Duration: 33 min

25. Nutrition and Digestive Health

Learn about the normal digestive process and how to manage common digestive disorders through diet.

Duration: 31 min

26. Prebiotics and Probiotics in Your Diet

Examine the role and benefits of prebiotics and probiotics in maintaining digestive health.

Duration: 27 min

27. Food Safety – It’s in Your Hands

Understand food safety practices and how to avoid foodborne illnesses.

Duration: 31 min

28. Demystifying Food Labels

Learn how to interpret food labels for making healthier choices at the grocery store.

Duration: 32 min

29. Facts on Functional Foods

Discover functional foods and explore their health benefits and marketing strategies.

Duration: 30 min

30. A Look at Herbal Therapy

Investigate popular herbal remedies and their claims related to disease prevention and management.

Duration: 32 min

31. Organic or Conventional – Your Choice

Discuss organic foods, their nutritional advantages, and current research on their health benefits.

Duration: 29 min

32. Fake or Real – Sugars and Fats

Analyze products made with artificial sweeteners and fat replacers to understand their nutritional implications.

Duration: 34 min

33. Creating Your Own Personal Nutrition Plan

Design your personalized nutrition plan using the knowledge gained throughout the course.

Duration: 33 min

34. Exercise and Nutrition – Partners for Life

Learn about the relationship between nutrition and physical activity in promoting overall health.

Duration: 34 min

35. The Future of Nutrition – Science and Trends

Explore future trends in nutrition and how scientific advancements shape dietary practices.

Duration: 27 min

36. Nutrition Facts and FAQs

Professor Anding concludes the course by answering common nutrition questions collected during her career.

Duration: 34 min