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Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 18 hours
  • Course by Emory University
  • Offered by

About

Across the globe, more people are suffering from obesity than at any other time in our history. Why has obesity become so common and so challenging? In this course, we will look at the root cause of obesity, as explained by the latest science. We will see how our food environment has evolved over the last half-century, and how it is altering our biology to over-consume calories and resist sustained weight loss. We will also see how stress, a sedentary lifestyle, and inadequate sleep disrupt our appetite control system to promote gaining weight. By developing a better understanding of the physiology behind obesity, you will learn how to work with your body to prevent and manage weight gain. This course will also provide practical tools and strategies for creating a long-term, sustainable weight management plan to leverage your habits and your surroundings.

Modules

Course Overview

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Welcome to the Course

1 Readings

  • Course Outline & Grading Information

Companion Workbook

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1 Readings

  • Week 1

Two Brains in One

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Dealing with Something Greater than Willpower
  • How We Regulate Appetite & Food Intake

1 Readings

  • The Science Behind Weight Regain

Understanding Weight Set Point

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Obesity As a Disease of Weight Set Point
  • Why There's No One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Losing Weight

1 Readings

  • Weight Set Point & Genetics

Food for Thought

    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Let's Practice!

1 Peer Review

  • The Physiology of Appetite

Companion Workbook

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1 Readings

  • Week 2

Processed Versus Whole Foods

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  • How Processed Foods Interact with Our Biology

1 Readings

  • Processed Foods & Diet

Uncovering Your Best Diet

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • The Benefits of Whole Foods
  • Weight Loss Diet Wars: Is There a Best Diet?

1 Readings

  • The Role of Whole Foods

Food for Thought

    • 1 PeerReview
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  • Let's Practice!

1 Peer Review

  • Thinking About Your Current Diet

Companion Workbook

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Week 3

Stress

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Stress, Hormones, & Emotional Eating

1 Readings

  • Stress

Exercise

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1 Videos

  • Exercise & Physical Activity: Powering Your Metabolism

1 Readings

  • Exercise

Sleep

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Sleep Deprivation & Appetite

1 Readings

  • Sleep

Food for Thought

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Assignment

  • Let's Practice!

1 Peer Review

  • Managing Stress, Exercise, & Sleep

Companion Workbook

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Week 4

A Closer Look at Habit

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Conscious Choice Versus Subconscious Habit
  • How to Consistently Make Healthy Choices

1 Readings

  • Environment & Unconscious Choice

Mindful Eating

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Developing a Better Relationship with Food

1 Readings

  • How to Be a Mindful Eater

Food for Thought

    • 1 PeerReview
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  • Let's Practice!

1 Peer Review

  • Controlling Habits & Emotions

Companion Workbook

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  • Week 5

First Steps

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Set Realistic Weight Loss Goals
  • Unlock Your Set Point

1 Readings

  • Sustainable Weight Loss

Planning Your Microenvironment

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Create a Microenvironment that Supports Your Success

2 Readings

  • Tips for Designing a Better Microenvironment
  • Helpful Resources for Planning What to Eat

Food for Thought

    • 1 PeerReview
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  • Let's Practice

1 Peer Review

  • Creating Your Plan

Auto Summary

Explore the science behind obesity and its root causes with "Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories." Taught within the Health & Fitness domain by Coursera, this foundational course dives into how modern food environments, stress, sedentary lifestyles, and sleep affect weight gain. Over 1080 minutes, you'll gain practical tools and strategies for sustainable weight management. Subscription options include Starter, Professional, and Paid plans, making it accessible for anyone looking to understand and combat obesity effectively. Ideal for those eager to take control of their health with science-backed insights.

Sharon Horesh Bergquist, MD
Instructor

Sharon Horesh Bergquist, MD