FSA 208 - Medical Nutrition Therapy

Institution:

Monroe Community College

Subject:

Food Service (FSA)

Description:

This course examines the role nutrition plays throughout the life cycle, as well as in the treatment of illness and degenerative disease. Dietary modifications for the management of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other diseases will be covered. Students will practice designing specialized menus to meet clients special dietary needs. Menu analysis using nutritional software is also included. A visit to a health care or community nutrition site provides students with the opportunity to see course content applied in the real world. Spring Semester only. Three class hours. Prerequisite: FSA/BIO 117 or permission of department. 3 Credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.monroecc.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 292-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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