Introduction to Human Nutrition
Introduction to Human Nutrition
PHYSCI X 451
This course provides background and practical knowledge of nutrition and its relation to health, disease, and exercise performance.
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Define how daily food choices can help or harm the body's health over time
Explore characteristics of a healthy diet along with cultural and other influences on human food choices
Compare and contrast major types of carbohydrates, fats, amino acids, and proteins
About This Course
This course provides students with a background in the basics of nutrition and stresses the link between nutrition practices, health, disease and exercise performance. Topics include macronutrient needs; vitamins, minerals and other supplements; energy balance; weight control; the effects of nutrient excesses and deficiencies on performance; ergogenic aids; eating disorders; and how to recognize nutrition practices that may require professional referral. Students also gain practical knowledge through understanding nutrition labeling and evaluating literature.