303111 - Fundamentals of Nutrition |
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Credit Hours3 Pre-requisite- Co-requisite- Distribution3 + 0 |
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of nutrition. It covers the digestion and metabolism of energy-yielding nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. The course also explores the role of major and minor minerals, water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins, and water in the body, emphasizing their functions, food sources, and the effects of deficiencies and toxicities. |