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Basic Tools to Scientifically Evaluate Diet Trends

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COM HLT 704

Students gain the ability to critically evaluate any nutrition trend, identify credible sources of information and assess the soundness of evidence and make corresponding practical recommendations.

Typically Available
Summer

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What you can learn.

Discover how to find scientific literature
Learn how to read scientific literature
Learn how to interpret scientific literature
Recognize what to look for if planning on using scientific literature as the basis for implementing or recommending a diet/supplement

About This Course

The health and fitness industry is rife with misinformation and ever-changing trends. This one-hour crash course empowers students to critically evaluate nutrition trends and make informed decisions. Participants will learn to identify credible sources of information, assess the validity of evidence, and translate scientific findings into practical recommendations. The course includes a step-by-step guide on how to find, read, and interpret scientific literature.