Global media is full of reports of ultra-healthy foods, from blueberries to chia seeds. Often these articles claim to reflect the latest scientific evidence and assure readers that eating these foods will provide ‘health kicks’, strong immunity and youthfulness. However, actual evidence concerning the benefits of these foods is harder to identify. Buzzwords such as 'superfood', 'clean eating' and 'powerfood', for example, are becoming increasingly popular worldwide and are used as influential sales pitches, while often misunderstood in the marketing of nutritional menu items. 

   

  This course encourages research of nutritional claims and promotes an awareness of the difference between food trends, facts and fads. Participants will develop a greater awareness of current and potential culinary wellness income streams, food trends to pursue and fads to avoid, as well as understanding the legalities around nutritional claims.