NUT 5120Vitmns Minerals Bioactive Cmpd

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Prerequisite(s): NUT 5110 with a B- or better Students in this course focuses on advanced topics in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. The mechanisms of action, physiological functions, pharmacology and toxicology are discussed along with structure, function, and metabolism of these compounds. Emphasis is placed on the advanced integration of micronutrient and bioactive compound metabolism on molecular, biochemical and physiological processes in solving applied nutrition in health and disease issues. Nutrigenomics and dietary supplements are discussed as appropriate. Case studies on contemporary issues are utilized. The course is not intended to be a first course in micronutrients as the content will both apply and expand on basic micronutrient information.