Biology 127 - Nutrition Golden

Institution:

Whitman College

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Description:

The required nutrients and their food sources, their metabolism and eventual functions and fates in the body will be discussed. Principles applied to specif ic life stages and circumstances. Current topics in nutrition will be addressed, including eating disorders, global nutrition issues, world hunger, food additives, supplements, pesticide use, factors leading to chronic disease, etc. Students will read current articles and develop analytical skills which enable them to make informed decisions regarding food choices. Designed for nonbiology majors. Three lectures.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.whitman.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 527-5111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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