NUTR-115 Syllabus

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Instructor: Sarah Mathot, M.S., R.D.N.

Course Description:  The function and sources of nutrients and their role in health and disease are assessed within the framework of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry.  The course includes utilization of the scientific method to evaluate nutrition information and research and the application of current issues and controversies.  Students will analyze their food intake.

Free Online Textbook Information:  An Introduction to Nutrition (v.1.0) or click here to download a PDF version. 

Additional Course Information:  You also need to create a free account with FITDAY.com to setup a profile that you will use to analyze a food and activity log.

Student Learning Objectives:  Upon completion of this course students will analyze their current intake and plan appropriate dietary changes to correct the identified nutritional deficiencies and excesses to comply with nutritional standards for general good health.  In addition, they will be able to critically evaluate and demonstrate knowledge of nutritional science to identify reliable nutrition information.

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