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Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes

National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) via Coursera

Overview

All of us have struggled to decipher the long list of ingredients and recommendations on our food labels. This course provides a deeper understanding of labeling standards and methods for estimating food portions essential for informed decision-making and healthy eating behaviors. You will learn the foundations of reading food labels (including supplement facts labels) as well as common obstacles faced when portioning food. With over 30 years as a leader in fitness and wellness education, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has built its reputation on providing an evidence-based curriculum that is both relevant and applicable for those seeking the skills and knowledge required to promote optimal health.

Syllabus

  • NASM's Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes
    • All of us have struggled to decipher the long list of ingredients and recommendations on our food labels. This course provides a deeper understanding of labeling standards and methods for estimating food portions essential for informed decision-making and healthy eating behaviors. You will learn the foundations of reading food labels (including supplement facts labels) as well as common obstacles faced when portioning food.

Taught by

NASM Faculty

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