DIETETIC TECHNICIAN 104 - Fundamentals of Nutrition

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

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Description:

Nutrition and its role in health care and maintenance. Study of the major nutrients in foods and how the body uses them. Nutrient of foods, the food exchange list system, balanced diets, the basic four food ideal body weights, energy and protein requirements. Recommended daily allowances nutrients, principles of meal planning for normal nutrition, dietary guidelines, nutrient calculations and analysis. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Placement Test, or English 100 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccc.edu/colleges/malcolm-x/pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(312) 850-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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