NUTR 104 - Nutrition

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

Subject:

Nutrition

Description:

Introduction to nutrition principles including the digestive system; the six nutrients and their roles in the body; food sources with an emphasis on the anatomy, physiology and biochemical processes. Nutrient recommendations; nutritional needs during the life cycle. Nutritional factors in food selection and preparation of foods with an emphasis on the nutritional and chemical properties of foods. Nutrition in health and disease; weight control, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, dental health, cancer and nutrition. Conducting a diet history. Development of healthful recipes and menus. Evaluation of nutrition information for the public. Exercises include evaluation of the diet and recipes using computerized analysis; evaluation of body composition and sampling of foods with healthful properties such as vegetarian items, low fat, and foods with particular phytochemicals.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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