Explores the nutritional requirements and support associated with the physiologic changes of pregnancy, lactation, and fetal, infant, child and adolescent growth. Review of recent nutrition issues and recommendations related to mothers and children.
EHS631
Metabolism of Vitamins & Minerals
Winter
term(s)
3 Credit Hour(s)
Instructor(s):
Cole, Suzanne
Prerequisites: EHS 630
This course provides an in-depth introduction to vitamin and mineral metabolism with particular emphasis on factors that influence nutrient bioavailability, regulation of nutrient homeostasis, and biological function. Other topics include the health effects of inadequate and excessive micronutrient intakes, nutrient requirements across life stages, role of micronutrients in environmental exposures, and controversies/support for nutrient supplementation/fortification programs. The course will consist of lectures on the major metabolic topics for each micronutrient and discussions on nutrient-related health concerns from the current literature.
EHS640
Nutritional Assessment
Fall
term(s)
3 Credit Hour(s)
Instructor(s):
Cole, Suzanne
Prerequisites: EHS 630, Nutrition Science
Didactic and laboratory presentation of anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and physical activity methods for determining nutritional status across all ages of the life cycle. Students will have the opportunity to identify, plan, and implement a simple nutritional assessment research project, with subsequent data management, analysis and interpretation.
EHS642
Community Nutrition
Fall
term(s)
3 Credit Hour(s)
Instructor(s):
Cole, Suzanne
Prerequisites: EHS 630
An analysis of community programs with primary attention on goals, objectives, implementation and evaluation. Individualﾒs work on a problem in the area of food assistance or nutrition education programs is carried out under the tutorial guidance of an appropriate staff member. Regular conferences are arranged to measure progress and a report is prepared.
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