Foundations of Nutrition II

Catalog description

This course presents the next steps in preparing students who are entering the M.S. in Nutrition program without prior significant coursework in nutrition. It allows them to develop their knowledge and skills for future courses by providing an overview of the principles of nutrition and both acute and chronic clinical conditions. The critical role of food and nutrients and their effects on various disease states are discussed. Students explore a variety of issues that may impact the management of existing diseases as the interrelationships between nutrition-related diseases and current diet recommendations are explored. Focus is also placed on the measurement and techniques used to evaluate nutritional status.