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Eating patterns that begin in childhood affect health and well-being throughout life. Food culture has changed significantly in recent decades, especially in parts of the world where processed foods dominate our dietary intake. This course examines contemporary child nutrition and the impact of individual decisions made by each family. The health risks associated with obesity in childhood are also discussed. Participants will learn what constitutes a healthy diet for children and
Eating patterns that begin in childhood affect health and well-being throughout life.
Food culture has changed significantly in recent decades, especially in parts of the world where processed foods dominate our dietary intake.
This course examines contemporary child nutrition and the impact of individual decisions made by each family.
The health risks associated with obesity in childhood are also discussed.
Participants will learn what constitutes a healthy diet for children and adults and how to prepare simple, delicious meals with the goal of inspiring a lifelong celebration with easy, home-cooked meals.
This course will help prepare participants to be the leading healthcare providers, teachers, and parents of today and tomorrow.
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The United States and many developed nations face an epidemic of childhood obesity. Why is so much food processed and what can we do to protect our families? We also explore the six basic ingredients every cook should have on hand!
Everything you need to know about the components of a balanced meal, including fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Learn tricks to control portion sizes while keeping you satisfied.
Tricks to go to the supermarket and buy vegetables. Why family dining is more than just food; how to prepare a quick and healthy lunch for a child and why this is so important; how to buy fruits and vegetables (and teach children to love them); renewing our children's favorite foods and healthier treats.
How to make decisions that are good for you and the planet. Understand the difference between local, organic and sustainable. Plus, gardening is a way to get kids excited about fresh food.
What have we learned about how to achieve good eating habits based on enjoying the right foods? More tips on working with food allergies, reading nutrition labels, and understanding the elements of flavor. Cooking up this week: the simple stew, a basic homemade salad dressing plus a Sunday morning treat that will have the whole family smiling.
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Leland Stanford Junior University, commonly known as Stanford University or Stanford, is an American private research university located in Stanford, California, on an 8,180-acre (3,310 ha) campus near Palo Alto, California, United States.
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