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Stanford University

Beyond Diets: The Science of Weight Loss, GLP-1s, and Metabolic Health

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<p>Deepen your understanding of the evolving landscape of nutrition and weight loss. Explore the latest evidence-based research on weight regulation and learn actionable, integrated strategies to help improve patient and client outcomes in clinical, corporate, or wellness settings.</p>

On completion of this Stanford Medicine metabolic health online course, you’ll walk away with: A research-backed understanding of nutritional standards, physical activity recommendations, and lifestyle practices that support long-term health. Practical knowledge of the biological factors governing individual appetite, energy expenditure, and long-term weight trajectories. A comprehensive perspective on how interventions like surgeries and GLP-1 weight loss drugs factor into comprehensive weight management plans. Consolidated strategies and techniques for overcoming common obstacles and sustaining momentum toward personal, long-term health goals. Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.

Syllabus

  • Orientation Module: Welcome to your Online Campus
  • Module 1: Understanding weight, health, and risk
  • Module 2: The muscle versus fat challenge in modern weight loss
  • Module 3: The foundations of realistic weight regulation — nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle
  • Module 4: The biology of weight regulation — genes, hormones, gut, and circadian systems
  • Module 5: GLP-1s and other medical interventions
  • Module 6: From weight management to sustainable, long-term health management

Taught by

Christopher Gardner and Dalia Perelman

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