Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study, Virtual Classroom	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

This online course on The Science of Weight Loss: Dispelling Diet Myths training is a six weeks online course. This course syllabus was created and designed by the University of Newcastle and offered through the EDX platform. Clare E. Collins and Tracy Burrows are the professors who explain this online course.

Whether you are looking to lose weight yourself, or are supporting others, this food and nutrition course will dispel common myths about weight loss and teach you the science behind healthy eating for a healthy weight. This course is not a diet plan; there are numerous diet plans available. Somewhat more, we will walk you through the science of weight loss and provide you with the information and tools you need to make the best decisions. Users will learn how to develop a healthy eating plan based on the most recent research to achieve a healthy weight.

You'll also learn about the understanding of the term healthy weight, the nutritional composition of foods, how to reduce calories or kilojoules, proper portion sizes, and how to identify a healthy weight. Candidates who have will have the option to enroll in the free audit track that offers limited access or they can choose and upgrade to the paid version which is called the verified track.

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The Highlights

Six weeks online course
2-3 hours per week
Shareable completion certificate
Transcript video
Instructor paced
Access to course materials

Programme Offerings

The University of NewcastleX designed syllabus
Intermediate level
World-class institutions
and universities
Graded Assignments and Exams

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 11410	yes	The University of Newcastle, Newcastle

The Science of Weight Loss: Dispelling Diet Myths certification fee varies for the different kinds of tracks mentioned below chosen by the candidates.

The Science of Weight Loss: Dispelling Diet Myths Certification Fee Structure

Description	Amount in INR
Verified Track	Rs. 11,410
Audit Track	Free

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

The completion of The Science of Weight Loss: Dispelling Diet Myths certification by the EDX Platform through the University of Newcastle. Applicants must participate in and successfully complete the course in order to receive the certificate.

What you will learn

After completion of this course on The Science of Weight Loss: Dispelling Diet Myths certification syllabus, students will gain knowledge of key weight management concepts including measuring body composition, calorie and kcals intake, energy density, portion size, and metabolic rate are all factors to consider. The nutritional value of various foods. How to calculate energy requirements and use dietary assessment tools, and how to identify the distinction between a fad and healthy diet and key behaviors for successful long-term weight loss maintenance.