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Scientific Foundations of Human Nutrition and Health

Description

Role of carbohydrates, protein, lipids, water, vitamins and minerals in human nutrition. Relationship of nutrition to maintenance of health and prevention of disease. Role of nutrition in weight control, sports nutrition, eating disorders, pregnancy/lactation, and chronic disease are discussed. Students participate in laboratory applications for lipid profiles and blood pressure assessment.

Minimum Credits

3

Maximum Credits

3

Repeat for Credit

No

Course Attributes

GE - LS (Life Sciences)