Module #1 Introduction to Nutrition Overview of the importance of nutrition, definition of nutrition, and brief history of nutrition science
Module #2 Nutrition Terminology Understanding basic nutrition terminology, including macronutrients, micronutrients, and caloric needs
Module #3 Carbohydrates In-depth look at carbohydrates, including types, functions, and dietary recommendations
Module #4 Protein In-depth look at protein, including types, functions, and dietary recommendations
Module #5 Fats In-depth look at fats, including types, functions, and dietary recommendations
Module #6 Vitamins Overview of vitamins, including fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, functions, and dietary recommendations
Module #7 Minerals Overview of minerals, including major and trace minerals, functions, and dietary recommendations
Module #8 Water and Hydration Importance of water, functions, and recommendations for adequate hydration
Module #9 Nutrient Digestion and Absorption Overview of the digestion and absorption process, including enzymatic reactions and nutrient uptake
Module #10 Energy Metabolism Overview of energy metabolism, including energy sources, ATP production, and energy expenditure
Module #11 Body Composition Understanding body composition, including body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, and lean body mass
Module #12 Nutrition and Health Introduction to the relationship between nutrition and health, including chronic diseases and nutrition-related disorders
Module #13 Healthy Eating Patterns Overview of healthy eating patterns, including the Mediterranean diet, veganism, and other popular diets
Module #14 Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping Practical tips for meal planning and grocery shopping, including budgeting and food prep strategies
Module #15 Nutrition Labeling and Food Safety Understanding nutrition labels, including daily values and %DV, and food safety guidelines
Module #16 Nutrition Across the Lifespan Nutrition needs and recommendations for different life stages, including pregnancy, infancy, childhood, and older adulthood
Module #17 Nutrition and Physical Activity Importance of physical activity for overall health, including exercise nutrition and sports performance
Module #18 Nutrition and Mental Health Introduction to the relationship between nutrition and mental health, including mood, cognitive function, and mental disorders
Module #19 Food and Culture Exploration of the cultural significance of food, including food traditions and cultural dietary practices
Module #20 Nutrition and the Environment Introduction to the environmental impact of food production, processing, and consumption, including sustainable food systems
Module #21 Nutrition Policy and Food Systems Overview of nutrition policy, food systems, and food advocacy, including global nutrition initiatives
Module #22 Nutrition Assessment and Diagnosis Introduction to nutrition assessment and diagnosis, including nutrition screening, assessment methods, and diagnosis criteria
Module #23 Nutrition Counseling and Education Principles of nutrition counseling and education, including behavior change theories and counseling techniques
Module #24 Nutrition and Public Health Introduction to nutrition and public health, including nutrition epidemiology, research methods, and program planning
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Basic Nutritional Concepts career
