Stanford health courses for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their health
Stanford Continuing Studies program taught by Dr. Tobi Schmidt
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GUT BACTERIA IN HEALTH AND DISEASE – SUMMER 2023
Stanford health course taught through the Continuing Studies program. Recent studies have highlighted the significant impact of the gut microbiota on our well-being. This course prioritizes the crucial role of diet in shaping the gut microbiota and improving overall health. Alongside dietary choices, we’ll also delve into other lifestyle factors such as exercise, sleep, and stress, and their ability to influence gut bacteria.
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INFLAMMATION AND DISEASE – SPRING 2023
Stanford health course in Inflammation. Inflammation can be both beneficial and harmful to our health. While it plays a vital role in safeguarding our bodies, excessive inflammation can lead to various diseases. In this online course, we’ll explore how our lifestyle choices impact our well-being through inflammation and examine the underlying cellular mechanisms behind our healthy and unhealthy states.
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INTRODUCTION TO AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE – FALL 2023
Autoimmune diseases are a diverse group of over a hundred conditions in which the immune system attacks the body’s healthy tissues and organs. The most common autoimmune diseases worldwide are lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, and scleroderma. While these diseases impact both genders, in the United States, women account for 78 percent of newly diagnosed cases of autoimmune diseases.