NTDT 610 - Overweight and Obesity Prevention and Management

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Nutrition and Dietetics

Description:

Pathophysiology and therapies for overweight/obesity. Tools to assess and manage weight. Examination of diet/exercise, pharmacotherapy and surgery as treatment options. Treatment and prevention resources for client education. Review of popular weight loss regimens. Related legislative and policy issues. Analysis and synthesis of current scientific literature on obesity-related topics. PREREQ: Any 3 credit, 200 level or above, course in Nutrition.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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