Foundations in Community Nutrition

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Foundations in Community Nutrition focuses on the role of nutrition in promoting public health across various life stages. The course covers key governmental programs, policies, and administrative efforts that address individual and public health issues, including hunger, food safety, and nutrition education, at local, state, and national levels. Students will explore priority health issues related to the promotion of good nutrition and preventive healthcare, with an emphasis on designing, implementing, evaluating, and marketing a nutrition marketing effort. Additionally, the course covers the critical issues of food insecurity, sustainability, and the broader impact of nutrition on community well-being. By the end of the course, students will develop foundational skills for addressing nutrition-related challenges and contributing to the development of effective, evidence-based nutrition policies and interventions.