Nutrition in Health and Illness Across the Life Span

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This course builds a knowledge base on nutrition concepts related to human health, wellness, and illness across the lifespan from preconception through older adults. Emphasis is placed on the principles of good nutrition, assessment of nutritional health, and the role of nutrition in growth and development, and in the maintenance and restoration of health. Students explore the role of culturally aware, respectful, sensitive communication when educating clients about food choices and issues. Students learn about reliable, best practice sources for nutrition recommendations, and explore global, societal, cultural, and personal factors that impact diet and nutrition.