Covers the science of nutrition, including the chemical properties, functions and food sources of the six classes of nutrients. This course emphasizes how nutrients are ingested and processed within the body and covers the absorption, transport, and biochemical processes during the various stages of food intake. Nutrition related to exercise, weight management and body composition, as well as an individual’s nutritional needs and recommendations over the life cycle, is emphasized. How nutrition relates to health and disease, such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dental health is also examined. Lastly, this course covers tools for healthy food selection, nutrition educational materials for the public, and nutrition information in the media.
- Subject
- NUTR
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2022-2023
- Source
- www.hacc.edu