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Nutrition Courses

NTR 161 (3-0-3)

Introduction to Human Nutrition

This course is designed to explain the role of nutrition in health maintenance. Food sources, functions, and interrelationships of the six major nutrient categories are discussed as well as energy requirements and balance. The principles of nutrient needs throughout the life cycle are applied to nutritional assessment, menu planning and designing a healthy diet.