Module #1 Introduction to Nutrition Science Overview of the field of nutrition science, importance of nutrition, and course objectives
Module #2 Macronutrients and Micronutrients Classification and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals
Module #3 Nutrient Digestion and Absorption Physiological processes of digestion, absorption, and transport of nutrients
Module #4 Nutrition and Chronic Diseases Role of nutrition in prevention and management of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers
Module #5 Nutrition and Immune Function Impact of nutrition on immune system function and disease prevention
Module #6 Nutrition and Mental Health Relationship between nutrition and mental health, including mood disorders and cognitive function
Module #7 Prenatal and Infant Nutrition Nutritional needs and recommendations for pregnancy and infancy
Module #8 Childhood and Adolescent Nutrition Nutritional needs and recommendations for growth and development
Module #9 Adult Nutrition and Aging Nutritional needs and recommendations for adults, including aging and age-related diseases
Module #10 Healthy Eating Patterns Overview of healthy eating patterns, including Mediterranean, vegan, and gluten-free diets
Module #11 Food Systems and Sustainability Impact of food systems on environmental sustainability and public health
Module #12 Nutrition Labeling and Food Marketing Interpretation of nutrition labels and impact of food marketing on dietary choices
Module #13 Nutrition Assessment Methods Anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical assessment methods for nutrition status
Module #14 Nutrition Therapy for Disease Prevention Evidence-based nutrition therapy for prevention of chronic diseases
Module #15 Nutrition Therapy for Disease Management Evidence-based nutrition therapy for management of chronic diseases
Module #16 Sports Nutrition Nutritional needs and recommendations for athletes and exercise enthusiasts
Module #17 Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition Nutritional needs and recommendations for vegetarian and vegan diets
Module #18 Food Allergies and Intolerances Pathophysiology and nutrition management of food allergies and intolerances
Module #19 Nutrition Policy and Advocacy Overview of nutrition policy and advocacy efforts
Module #20 Nutrition Counseling and Education Effective nutrition counseling and education strategies
Module #21 Nutrition Research and Evidence-Based Practice Design, analysis, and interpretation of nutrition research studies
Module #22 Case Studies in Nutrition Science Real-world examples of nutrition science in practice
Module #23 Nutrition Science in the Community Applications of nutrition science in community settings
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Nutrition Science career
