Eating for Health (and Pleasure)
Eating for Health (and Pleasure): The UCSF Guide to Good Nutrition. Few topics receive more attention in the media and in our own conversations than food. Everyone loves to eat! But how do we know what to eat to stay healthy, prevent and treat common illnesses, preserve our planet, and fully enjoy our food? This course, designed for all that love to eat, is taught by UCSF nutrition experts from the Schools of Medicine and Nursing. The course will provide
the latest scientific evidence supporting healthy food choices and provide practical advice on preventing and treating common illnesses with nutrition. (from uctv.tv)
How do We Know What to Eat, Drink (and Take)? One third of premature deaths in the U.S. are attributable to poor nutrition and physical inactivity. Dr. Robert Baron, UCSF Professor of Medicine, explains the costs of poor nutrition and what you can do to improve your diet. The healthiest diet limit sugars, refined grains, and large amounts of saturated and trans fat. He advises to eat fruits and vegetables, healthy oils, whole grains, legumes and nuts.
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