NUTR 4470 Human Nutrition & Metabolism
This class includes physiological function, metabolic fate, interactions of nutrients, and factors influencing the utilization of nutrients in humans. The purpose of this course is to prepare students to evaluate the scientific evidence that forms the basis for nutrition practice. Course content includes the metabolism of macronutrients and micronutrients, nutrient interactions, nutrient and energy requirements, and nutrient toxicity. In addition, basic principles of research ethics will be discussed. Students analyze and interpret nutrition literature utilizing library research.