HES 251Introduction To Nutrition

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This is an introductory nutrition class covering the major nutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water) and their role in energy balance, weight management, the digestive process, and overall health. Students will learn the ba sics of healthy eating through the life cycle along with the basic nutritional science concepts of metabolism and digestion. Students will also learn about nutrition misinformation, fad diets, and food politics. This course will give students the fundament al knowledge they will need to make informed decisions about foods.