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.
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Starting at $805.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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.Summer 2020 Schedule
Available Format(s):
These courses are fully online and have no regular meeting times.
Enrollment Closed
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This section has no set meeting times.
Instructor:
Suzanne Elizondo
373977
Fee:
$805.00
Notes
Required course in Fitness Instruction Certificate.
Enrollment deadline: June 26, 2020. Internet access required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after June 26, 2020
Course Requirements
Nutrition : Concepts and Controversies
ISBN 9781337906371
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