Explores the complex interactions between nutrition and fitness in humans.
To this end, we will examine the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, sports nutrition, obesity and weight management, eating disorders, and diets such as vegan and vegetarianism as they relate to fitness and health.

Satisfies Junior Year Writing requirement for Nutrition majors only. Assignments include: resume, abstract, personnel evaluation, medical records, position paper, and educational materials.

An introduction to Medical Terminology and the nutrition care process. This will include the steps involved in writing a nutrition care plan.

Introduction to the science of human nutrition and the relationship of food and nutrients to health and disease. Topics covered include digestion, and functions of macro and micro nutrients as well as current recommendations for nutrient intake. We will also discuss energy balance and weight control. (Gen.Ed. BS)

Introduction to the science of human nutrition and the relationship of food and nutrients to health and disease. Topics covered include digestion, and functions of macro and micro nutrients as well as current recommendations for nutrient intake. We will also discuss energy balance and weight control. (Gen.Ed. BS)

Description not available at this time

With lab. Meal management; emphasis on nutritional, economic, time, ethnic, and cultural factors. Experimental application of the chemical and physical properties of food in food preparation.

Student presentations of topics which integrate previous coursework.

Not available at this time

History of nutrition; career options and decision-making alternatives; professional societies and their roles; introduction to the faculty, curriculum, and facilities of the department.