Course Description
Human nutrition related to carbohydrates, lipids, protein, and energy with special emphasis on diet and performance under varying conditions of health. Topics include food sources, biochemical functions, and metabolism.
Athena Title
Macronutrients Energy Balance
Prerequisite
[(BIOL 1103 or BIOL 1103E) and 1103L] or [(BIOL 1107 or BIOL 1107E) and BIOL 1107L] and (NUTR 2100 or NUTR 2100E or NUTR 2100H)
Pre or Corequisite
CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Introduce students to the elements of macronutrient metabolism. Familiarize students with effects of nutrients on human metabolism and health outcomes.
Topical Outline
Carbohydrate-containing foods including chemistry and metabolism Protein-containing foods including chemistry, metabolism and effects on the body Lipid-containing foods including chemistry and metabolism Energy balance and energy metabolism relative to obesity Impact of lifestyle choices on utilization of nutrients
Syllabus