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Course Description

This course provides students with a background in the basics of nutrition and stresses the link between nutrition practices, health, disease and exercise performance. Topics include macronutrient needs; vitamins, minerals and other supplements; energy balance; weight control; the effects of nutrient excesses and deficiencies on performance; ergogenic aids; eating disorders; and how to recognize nutrition practices that may require professional referral. Students also gain practical knowledge through understanding nutrition labeling and evaluating literature.

Course Outline

This course provides background and practical knowledge of nutrition and its relation to health, disease, and exercise performance.

Notes

Contact:
Department of Humanities and Sciences
(310) 825-7093
fitness@uclaextension.edu

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Introduction to Human Nutrition
Type
Lecture
Dates
Jun 24, 2024 to Sep 08, 2024
Contact Hours
33.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (4 units) $830.00
Available for Credit
4 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jun 28, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 28, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jun 29, 2024 to Sep 07, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Required course in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2024.  Internet access required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Nutrition : Concepts and Controversies 16th edition ISBN 9780357727751
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