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The Overnutrition Epidemic - Food, Science & the Human Body

Wondrium via YouTube

Overview

This course aims to educate learners about the overnutrition epidemic, focusing on the causes and consequences of obesity in the 21st century. By exploring topics such as the impact of decreased physical activity, overeating, and the role of sugars, participants will gain insights into the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The course teaches skills such as understanding BMI, identifying different types of sugars, and implementing strategies to combat overeating. The teaching method involves a video lecture format presented by Alyssa Crittenden. This course is intended for individuals interested in nutrition, health, and the factors contributing to the obesity epidemic.

Syllabus

The Cultural Movement of Adipositivity
The Medical Industry Measures Obesity with BMI
Adolphe Quetele Debuts BMI Equation in 1835
WHO Estimated BMI Ranges From Healthy to Obese
Researchers Argue BMI Estimates Often Misclassify
Obesity Equates Strongly With Low Physical Activity
Cars Mark Shift in Decreased Physical Activity
Corporate Group Destroys Public Transport
Changing USA Landscape Makes Suburban Life Attractive
Suburban Lifestyle and Technology Lead to Sedentism
Constant Screen-time and Internet Increase Sedentism
Lack of Play and Sedentism Lead to Obesity in Youth
Physical Activity Is Key to Cardiovascular Health
Understanding the Various Types of Sugars
High-Fructose Corn Syrup Leads to Overeating
Evolution of Soda Sizes Slows Sugar Consumption
Artificial Sugars and Energy Drinks
Nutritionists' Recommendations to Combat Overeating
Helpful Strategies to Reduce Consumption
The Enemy in the War on Obesity Shifts
Over and Undernutrition Now Occur Simultaneously

Taught by

Wondrium

Reviews

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    WHERE IS THE VIDEO.nfortunately, I must express my disappointment and dissatisfaction with the overall quality of the course. First and foremost, the course material and curriculum were not adequately structured or organized. The content lacked coh…
  • Shahariyar Tahir
    First of all im very happy to complete this course. My name is Shahariyar Tahir and i really enjoy this course .This course is about nutrition which i really like this course is releated to my degree. All concepts are clear and i really like.I complete this course due to my curiosity and hard work.this course will strong my CV when i applied to the job.THis website is oppurtunity for me i avvail it.

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