NUT 509

Graduate Topics in Holistic Nutrition Online

Overview

The course covers nutritional genomics, including epigenetics, microbiome interactions, and the role of dietary bioactive compounds in modulating gene expression. Discussions will include the integration of omics technologies (genomics, metabolomics, proteomics) in nutritional research and clinical practice. Special emphasis is placed on the critical evaluation of the current literature, ethical considerations, and the practical applications of nutrigenomics in personalized healthcare and disease prevention.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyze the nutrient composition of foods and dietary patterns using advanced assessment tools to evaluate their impact on health and disease prevention.

  • Critically evaluate the principles of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics, and explain their implications for developing evidence-based, personalized nutrition care plans.

  • Integrate concepts of precision nutrition to enhance individual health outcomes through tailored dietary strategies.

  • Implement precision nutrition approaches that support cognitive function, brain health, and longevity throughout the aging process.

  • Design and apply personalized nutrition care plans that promote optimal gut microbiome health and metabolic balance.

  • Critically appraise and synthesize scientific literature in both holistic and mainstream nutrition, identifying strengths, limitations, and evidence gaps.

  • Evaluate and debate the safety, efficacy, and ethical considerations of nutrition interventions, including fasting, detoxification, and other emerging holistic practices.

More details

Required Course Pack:

  • Online Materials and Library Resources (OMLR)
  • NUT 509 Practical Lab Kit


The NUT 509 Practical Lab Kit includes the following certified organic or sustainably wildcrafted herbs and/or essential oils:

  • Alfalfa leaf 1 oz Organic Medicago sativa
  • Ashwagandha Root 1 oz Organic Withania somnifera
  • German Chamomile Flowers 1 oz Organic Matricaria recutita
  • Horsetail (Shavegrass) Herb 1 oz Organic Equisetum arvense
  • Press-N-Brew tea bags 50 per pack


Required Textbooks:

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Total Course Price:

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Last updated 1/16/26

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