The minor in nutrition is designed to complement majors in health sciences,
physical education and other health-related fields. However, this
minor is open to majors in any area and may prove valuable for a prospective
or current employer. The curricula provides students with concentrated
knowledge about the specialized area of nutrition.
Courses
required in Nutrition Minor (Minimum 18 hours):
Biology
or Chemistry - 3 or 4 hours
NUTR
376: Principles and Applications in Nutrition—3
Hours
Principles
and Applications in Nutrition emphasizes the relationships among the
nutrients and how homeostasis relationships are maintained in the
healthy person. Likewise, imbalances and dietary counseling for their
corrections will be emphasized. Special attention to nutrition for
the developing human and lectures focusing on nutrition counseling
will address the needs of the health professionals seeking concepts
in applied nutrition. Prerequisite: Math 100 and Chem 107 recommended.
NUTR
378: Nutrition for Sport and Fitness—3
hours
An overview
of the relationship of basic nutrition and energetics to physical
activity and body composition. Examines popular myths and misconceptions
associated with nutrition and performance. Incorporates introduction
to applied biochemistry. Prerequisite:
Nutr 376 recommended.
NUTR
396: Nutrition Through the Lifecycle—3
hours
This course
identifies and analyzes the special nutritional requirements for all
ages of the lifecycle including pregnancy and lactation. The course
will be of interest to health care professionals and individuals committed
to understanding the role of nutrition in achieving optimal health.
Prerequisite:
Nutr 376
recommended.
NUTR
415: Dietary Supplements and Herb Use in Nutrition—3 hours
There is
a lack of understanding and many myths related to the use of nutritional
supplements and herbs. This course identifies and describes the use
of nutritional supplements and herbs in illness and health. The course
will provide a research base for better decision-making regarding
the use of nutritional supplements and herbs. Prerequisite:
Nutr. 376 recommended.
NUTR
465: Community Nutrition—3
hours
Understanding
the community-based nutrition programs will provide an important referral
knowledge base for health care professionals and other students. Student
advocacy and political action will be enhanced through this course.
Prerequisite:
Nutr 376 recommended.
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