NUR 118 Nutrition/Diet Therapy

Prerequisite: BIO 163 or BIO 165 or permission of instructor

Corequisite: None

This course covers the six nutrient categories and provides an overview of diet recommendations for promotion and maintenance of health. Topics include the food pyramid recommendations for individuals across the life span, energy balance, and special dietary modifications for common alterations in health. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a nutritional assessment, analyze diets, and recommend dietary adaptations to meet individual needs.