Course Title
Human Nutrition
Course Description
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the science of human nutrition and its impact on health and well-being. Throughout the semester, we will explore core concepts of nutrition including energy balance and metabolism, macronutrients, micronutrients, and their physiological roles, and dietary assessment. Additional topics such as nutrient absorption, the gut-brain axis, and the role of nutrition in health and disease will also be examined. By the end of the course, students will understand the science behind nutrition and its practical applications in promoting health, preventing disease, and supporting patient care in clinical and community settings. Prerequisite: BIOL 102 and sophomore standing. 4SH.
Course Types
Standard (STAND)
Semester Hours
4