Nutrition for Health: Evidence-Based Tools and Strategies

Health and well-being are determined by a complex array of factors. Explore the synergies of whole foods through macro- and micronutrients, and learn how evidence-based dietary patterns, including the Mediterranean and DASH diets, positively influence metabolism and long-term health.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of a food fortification intervention in improving public health nutrition.

• Critique and analyse the role of fats, proteins and carbohydrates found in common food items.

• Categorise and analyse evidence-based dietary patterns to guide sustainable health choices.

• Examine the factors that impact basal metabolic rate, and understand its implications for individual energy requirements.

Nutrition plays a critical role throughout life, contributing to overall health and longevity. Distinguish between healthspan and lifespan, and learn to differentiate between opinion and evidence.

• Analyse lifestyle and nutritional factors to increase the healthspan.

• Apply the ABCDE framework to assess nutritional health.

• Differentiate between reliable evidence and opinion by using the evidence pyramid

Health claims and diet fads have a significant impact on consumer food choices. Gain evidence-based approaches to nutrition and health by critically examining food labels and different policy levers that promote healthier food environments, facilitating more nutritious choices.

• Analyse front-of-pack and back-of-pack food labels to distinguish marketing claims from nutritional information.

• Evaluate and discuss a current public health initiative promoting nutrition in your country.

Nutritional needs vary for everyone and require consideration of a range of factors, including life stage, pre-existing behaviours, personal needs and lifestyle. Learn how nutritional needs evolve from conception to old age, with insights into gut health and targeted interventions for each life stage. 

• Examine the role of nutrition during the first 1,000 days, in adolescence and throughout the mid-life stages.

• Create a healthy meal plan to nourish and improve your gut health.

• Design a life stage-specific shopping list to guide healthy food choices.

Knowledge and strategy can help make personalised and sustainable healthier choices. Identify the role of various health markers — including those linked to inflammation, metabolic and heart health. Learn how to use their measures to make informed dietary choices. Discover the role of gut microbiome and its importance on brain and hormonal health, and how it is interconnected with the environment — what we eat also impacts planetary health. The role of food for planetary health, and the social determinants that impact your food choices.

• Learn about strategies to normalise and manage blood pressure, blood glucose, blood lipids, and manage inflammation that can affect heart and metabolic health.

• Build a planet-friendly, nutritious meal inspired by the Mediterranean style diet.

• Identify and analyse a key social determinant of health to improve public health outcomes.

How much time will I be expected to devote to this programme?

Each programme includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the programme landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the programme brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.

How will I spend my time in this programme?

You will divide your learning time between viewing video lectures, contributing to class discussions, completing assignments, projects, and knowledge checks and attending optional live sessions with industry experts and programme leaders.

How is the programme administered? Can the programme be accessed anytime?

The programme is accessed through the custom learning portal. This portal will give you access to all programme-related content such as video lectures, assignments and discussions. Live office hours will be conducted using a webinar tool. The video lectures and assignments are accessible weekly throughout the programme. In the event you miss a live session, a recording will be made available.

Do I need to attend live sessions every week?

Faculty video lectures are recorded, allowing you to watch these on your own schedule. However, participation in optional live sessions and discussion boards is highly encouraged. Live sessions will give you the opportunity to draw on our industry-experienced programme leaders to answer your questions and help reach your learning goals. The discussion boards are also an integral part of the learning experience, giving you and your peers the opportunity to learn together, along with guidance from the moderators.

Can I download the programme videos?

You can download video transcripts, assignment templates, readings etc. However, the video lectures are only available for streaming and require an internet connection.

How do I interact with other programme participants?

You can communicate with other participants through our learning platform. You will be able to form groups based on your interests and location. A direct messaging feature is also available through the platform.

What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?

More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 per cent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programmes said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded. All the programme contents would be made available to students at the commencement of the programme . However, to ensure the programme delivers the desired learning outcomes, the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the programme in a cohort-based manner, the cost of which is already included in the overall programme fee. A dedicated programme support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues or anything else that may affect your learning experience.

What are the requirements to earn the certificate?

Each programme includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enrol. This is referenced at the top of the programme landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the programme brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programmes are designed to fit into your working life. This programme is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programmes include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the programme brochure. Please contact us at learner.success@emeritus.org if you need further clarification on any specific programme requirements.

What type of certificate will I receive?

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile. The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the programme, once grading is complete.

Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?

No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Do I receive alumni status after completing this programme?

No, there is no alumni status granted for this programme. In some cases, there are credits that count towards a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the programme brochure.

How long will I have access to the learning materials?

You will have access to the learning platform and all programme materials (videos excluded) for one full year following the programme start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

What equipment is needed or the technical requirements for this programme?

To successfully complete this programme online, you must have access to a device meeting the minimum requirements, found here. In addition, Microsoft Office or a similar product and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files and transcripts in all programmes. Please check the learning platform on the first day of class.

Do I need to be online to access the programme content?

Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. You can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings etc. Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and webinars and small group sessions will require an internet connection.

What is the programme fee for the programme, and what forms of payment do you accept?

• The programme fee is shown at the top of this page.

• Flexible payment options, group enrolment benefits and a referral bonus are available.

• Tuition assistance may be available for participants who qualify. Please contact your programme advisor to discuss.

What if I don’t have a credit card – is there another mode of payment accepted?

Yes, you can do the bank remittance via wire transfer. Please contact your programme advisor for more details.

Is there an option to make flexible payments for this programme?

Yes. Flexible payment options are available for this programme. We partner with loan partners to offer you flexible and transparent loan options. More information about loan financing is available here. Installment payments are also available - you can find the options here.

Does the programme fee include taxes? Are there any additional fees?

Yes, the programme fee is inclusive of any taxes with the exception of GST for Singapore residents.

Who will be collecting the payment for the programme?

Emeritus collects all programme payments, provides learner enrollment and programme support and manages learning platform services.

Are there any restrictions on the types of funding that can be used to pay for the programme?

Programme fees for Emeritus programmes with Imperial Executive Education may not be paid for with (a) funds from the GI Bill, the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Act of 2008 or similar types of military education funding benefits or (b) Title IV financial aid funds.

What is the programme refund and deferral policy?

For the programme refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.