We will learn-

Definition of nutrition as a discipline
Importance of nutrition and its role in personal and national health
Factors to consider in the study of nutrition
Nutritional requirements and the concept of a balanced diet
Food pyramid

we learn

Understand basic human anatomy and organ systems
Physiology of each system and functions
Skeletal, muscular and cardiovascular system
Muscular, urinary and endocrine system
Digestive and excretory system

We will learn

Identiβication of the nature of proteins and foods containing protein
Amino acids and their role in nutrition
Protein digestion and enzymatic action
Simple and complex carbohydrates, structure and metabolism
Monosaccharides, disaccharides, polysaccharides and oligosaccharides
Enzyme action on carbohydrates and how they are broken down into glucose

We will learn

Effects of excessive and inadequate intake of carbohydrates
Glycaemic index and glycaemic load
Fatty acids and glycerol
Types of fats (unsaturated, saturated and trans fats)
Phospholipids and cholesterol

We will learn

Fat digestion process and enzymatic action
Fat emulsion and the absorption process
Fat metabolism and effects of excessive and inadequate intake
Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins and their role in biological function

We will learn

Biological functions, metabolism and deβiciency symptoms of vitamin A
Biological functions, metabolism and deβiciency symptoms of vitamin D, E
Biological functions, metabolism and deβiciency symptoms of vitamin K
Biological functions, metabolism and deβiciency symptoms of vitamin C

We will learn

The metabolism, function and beneβits of Vitamin B complex
Deβiciency symptoms, sources and toxicity side-effects
Functions and beneβits of minerals
Calcium, sodium, magnesium, potassium, sulphur and selenium
Phosphorous, selenium, βluoride, chloride, iron and zinc

We will learn

Nutritional requirements of infants and preschool children
Importance of breast milk and how to wean infants off
Diets and nutritional requirements of school children and adolescents
Nutritional dilemmas faced by teenagers in the UK
School meal planning in UK schools

We will learn

Different nutritional needs for women
Why iron and calcium are important for women
Nutritional status before, during and after conception
Nutrition for menopause
How to read food labels

We will learn

Dietary reference values, goals and guidelines
Nutrition tips for older adults and sports persons
Efforts of the UK government with regard to providing nutrition for the public
Differences between a dietitian, nutritionist and nutritional therapist
Duties, responsibilities and job proβile of a nutritionist
Tips to counsel clients