This course introduces non-science majors to the basic science of nutrition. Information required to understand a variety of nutrition topics currently in the news affecting our community and society, and to promote nutritional science literacy in the public arena, will be presented. Students will investigate their own dietary practices using dietary assessment tools and apply the scientific principles of human nutrition to promote personal health and well-being. Case studies, problems and laboratory exercises will contribute to the process of scientific inquiry and help students to value science as a way to develop reliable nutrition knowledge.
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