Advanced Macronutrient Metabolism

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This required 14-week online course introduces the student to the food sources, functions, digestion, metabolism, and excretion of macronutrients (carbohydrates, fiber, lipids, proteins) and alcohol in humans across the lifespan. This series of asynchronous sessions focuses on the biological and molecular bases of human macronutrient metabolism in states of health and disease. Pertinent research methodology, interpretation of peer-reviewed literature and integration of research into evidence-based practice will be included.