In this course, you will learn about the relationship between food, human nutrition and health, the digestion and absorption of food, and recommended dietary allowances. The various classes of nutrient as well as the functions and diverse food sources of these nutrients will be covered. Also, you will learn about the factors that influence energy needs in the body, and the components of energy requirements. Furthermore, the course will highlight the basal metabolic rate (BMR), energy balance, and the functions of major and trace minerals.
This course will also teach you about water as an essential nutrient, and the balanced diet and food groups we have. The course will highlight how to select an adequate diet while teaching about food science and hygiene. Lastly, the course will examine the causes, symptoms and dietary requirements for diseases affecting the intestines, liver, gall bladder, heart and blood vessels, and kidney, before proceeding to look at stress, burns and surgery.
This course will be of great interest to all learners who would like to work in the areas of diet and nutrition, and to all learners who plan to work in dietetics or in healthcare. Start this course today and learn all the information you need about nutrition, therapeutics and health.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
View All Learning Outcomes View Less All Alison courses are free to enrol study and complete. To successfully complete this course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment. Once you have completed this course, you have the option to acquire an official , which is a great way to share your achievement with the world.
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