BIOL 1014 - Nutrition 3

Institution:

University of West Georgia

Subject:

Description:

This course is a general science course. This course will provide a basic understanding of the fundamentals of human nutrition. It will use a scientifi c approach to apply the logic of science in understanding the individual's nutrition concerns. The course will incorporate the information needed to analyze and modify the individual's diet so that they will be prepared to make decisions about their individual health and nutrition. Emphases will be placed on the digestion and absorption functions of three of the four macromolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), vitamins, minerals, water, and accessory nutrients. This course will also integrate energy balance, weight control, health, diseases, metabolism, and cultural diversity. Nutritional assessments will also be performed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.westga.edu

Phone Number:

(678) 839-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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