Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

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Level Foundation
Duration 7 hours
Course by Johns Hopkins University
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What we eat and how we produce that food have significant effects on human health and the sustainability of our planet. But what is a ‘sustainable’ diet? A sustainable diet, as defined by the FAO, promotes health and well-being and provides food security for the present population while sustaining human and natural resources for future generations. This short course looks at the urgent need to address the sustainability of our food systems, including better understanding the complex relationship between diet and climate change. We’ll explore current research on dietary shifts needed in high, middle, and low-income countries to achieve both sustainability and food security goals and discuss evidence-based strategies to promote sustainable diets. This course is offered by the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future and draws from our graduate-level food systems curriculum at the Bloomberg School of Public Health. You may also be interested in our eight-week flagship Coursera course, “An Introduction to the US Food System: Perspectives from Public Health”.

Modules

Introduction to Food Systems Sustainability and Public Health

5 Videos

3 Readings

1 Discussion

1 Assignment

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1 Assignment

Week 1 Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

Sustainability in the 2020 dietary guidelines? (optional)

5 Videos

Introduction to Food Systems, Sustainable Diets, & Public Health
Sustainable Food Systems (Says Who?)
Wasted Food: Putting 40% of our Food Supply in the Landfill
What We Can Do: Policy, Sustainable Diets and More
Food Resilience: No Regrets; Conclusions: Don’t Press Snooze!

3 Readings

Welcome to our Course!
Pre-course survey
Week 1 Supplemental Readings and Resources

Sustainable Diets and Climate Change

4 Videos

1 Readings

1 Discussion

1 Assignment

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1 Assignment

Week 2 Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

What should we do? (optional)

4 Videos

Background and Rationale
Climate Impact of Foods
Climate Impact of Diets in the US
Climate Impact of Diets around the World

1 Readings

Week 2 Supplemental Readings and Resources

Strategies for Advancing Sustainable Diets

4 Videos

1 Readings

1 Assignment

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1 Assignment

Week 3 Graded Quiz

4 Videos

Why Do Sustainable Diets Matter? A Quick Review of the Evidence from a Registered Dietitian Perspective
Should We All Stop Eating Meat?
What Does a Sustainable Diet Look Like?
Strategies to Promote Plant-Based Diets

1 Readings

Week 3 Supplemental Readings and Resources

Assignment: Discussion Forum Course Reflection Assignment (Required)

1 Readings

1 Discussion

1 Assignment

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1 Assignment

Step 2: Submit a "quiz" to tell us your reflection was posted

1 Discussions

Step 1: Post your Course Reflection

1 Readings

Post-course survey

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Discover the critical role of sustainable diets in "Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets," a foundational course from Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future. Ideal for those interested in Health & Fitness, this 420-minute course delves into the impact of dietary choices on human health and climate change. Explore research and strategies for promoting sustainable diets across various income levels. Available through Coursera with Starter and Professional subscription options, this course is perfect for anyone passionate about food security and sustainability.