Principles of Nutrition

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Focuses on the science of nutrition as it relates to maintenance of health. Introduces composition, functions and food sources of each nutrient. Covers the nutritional process of digestion, absorption and metabolism. Addresses the new national guidelines on the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs). Covers the principles of meal planning, using the Food Guide Pyramid and Exchange Lists. Provides extensive introduction of nutrition terminology. Co-requisite: DTT 130, MTH 110