This course explores the role of nutrition and dietary supplements in supporting health and preventing chronic disease. Students examine the functions, metabolism, and bioavailability of nutrients, as well as the safety, efficacy, and regulation of vitamins, minerals, and botanical supplements. Emphasis is placed on evaluating scientific evidence and applying nutrition and supplementation strategies to real-world and clinical scenarios.
Integrate foundational nutrition principles and scientific concepts to explain the roles of macronutrients, micronutrients, and water in supporting human physiology, health, and disease prevention.
Critically evaluate dietary patterns, nutrition guidelines, and nutrition information sources to support evidence-based decision-making for individual and population health.
Analyze nutrient digestion, absorption, metabolism, and bioavailability, and apply this knowledge to assess nutritional status and develop appropriate dietary recommendations across the lifespan.
Evaluate the relationships between nutrition, lifestyle factors, and chronic disease risk, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis, using current scientific evidence.
Assess the safety, efficacy, and clinical application of supplements, botanicals, and integrative nutrition therapies, including potential benefits, risks, and interactions.
Apply advanced clinical nutrition principles to case-based scenarios by interpreting risk factors, evaluating dietary intake, and developing comprehensive, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle interventions.
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Last updated 7/14/19
None – Prior or concurrent nutrition training is recommended
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Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency and recommendation for admission by the ACHS Admissions Committee.
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