Nutrition (NUTR)
Online Prerequisite: HLTH 640
Advanced study of biochemical molecules with emphasis on the composition and structure of organic functional groups, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, DNA, and RNA. Enzyme function, cellular membrane dynamics, protein synthesis, and genomics will also be discussed.
Offered: Online
Online Prerequisite: NUTR 641
Advanced study of the nutritional principles, physiology, and biochemical pathways of metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, and minerals as related to human health and disease.
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Evaluation and application of current research that supports nutrition recommendations that result in optimal health for young children and adolescents. Explores determinants of nutritional status and strategies for prevention of prevalent nutritional concerns.
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An introduction to the nutritional requirements during pregnancy and lactation. Main topics include: maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation, composition of human milk and formula, feeding practices of infants and toddlers, and the nutrient requirements of infants.
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Exploration of the topics related to the health and well-being of the aging and aged. Nutrition needs, lifestyle behaviors, and physical activity will be discussed in relation to chronic conditions in the later years.
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Exploration of successful models of the development, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition intervention programs which aim to improve health and support wellness through changing nutritional behavior.
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Application of current theories and techniques of education to the field of nutrition and dietetics. Practical application of communication techniques, motivational interviewing, learning theories and behavior change techniques, and factors affecting eating patterns. Nutrition psychology and the psychoanalytic approach to nutrition counseling will be emphasized in the class.
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Research use and development as it applies to nutrition practice: effective use of the literature in evidence based practice and research development, problem development, methodology, analysis and reporting of results and conclusions.
Offered: Online