Nutrients - The Fundamentals

Through this course, you will gain a core understanding of nutrition, a field that is complex, fascinating, and compelling. Food is a mixture of a wide variety of different substances, including nutrients. This course takes you through the processes that transform and harness these substances in food into usable forms that provide a range of functions in the body. You’ll learn about digestion, absorption, and utilisation. We will then explore in detail the macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fats), the micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), dietary fibre, and water. You’ll understand their structure and characteristics, what they do in the body, and important food sources.

We will explore how nutrients interact in complex ways to contribute to energy production, support growth, and aid in the regulation of vital body processes, emphasising the importance of these interactions for overall health and well-being. You will learn about the nutrients required as sources and supporting energy metabolism. We will explore the role of nutrients in the growth of soft and hard tissue, and the production of blood. 

Finally, you will learn about the crucial importance of a healthy, balanced diet enriched with essential nutrients for maintaining optimal body function and overall health and well-being. This course is ideal for anyone interested in learning more about nutrition, making better food choices for a healthier life, or advancing in health-related careers, including educators and wellness professionals. Enrol now and start learning!