Undergraduate Catalog

FCS 321 Introductory Nutrition

This course identifies the nutrients essential for good health and examines their role in the growth and development of the individual. Emphasis is placed on nutrient functions, food sources, recommended intake levels, and the physiological effects of inadequate or excessive amounts on health. Special attention is paid to the role of diet in selected diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

Credits

3

Distribution

Undergraduate