ISI - FN 2050 - Concepts in Human Nutrition
Course Description
Concepts in Human Nutrition covers foundational nutrition science, including macronutrients, vitamins and minerals, digestion, and energy metabolism. Lifecycle nutrition and sports nutrition will also be discussed. Special considerations for weight management, disordered eating, and eating disorders will be explored.
Learner Outcomes
- Understand the role of carbohydrates, protein, and fat in the body.
- Be familiar with nutritional terminology, including the DRIs.
- Recognize signs of nutritional deficiency and toxicity.
- Explain how nutrient needs change during the life cycle.
- Identify factors impacting weight management.
- Understand the impact of disease states on nutritional status and requirements.
- Define various eating disorders and recognize signs and symptoms.
- Consider ways to prevent eating disorders and promote health.
- Summarize consequences of food insecurity and potential solutions for malnutrition.
Required Course Materials
Nutritional Sciences: from Fundamentals to Food - 4th edition by Michelle McGuire & Kathy A Beerman; ISBN: 9780357730539; note- other options are available to buy or rent)
Expected Course Timeline
Most ISI courses are designed so that students can complete them within 3 months to 1 year. If you are attempting to complete a course more quickly than this, please contact ISI to explore your options.
Sponsor Institution
Credits earned for this course are included in a University of Idaho transcript.
This is an INDEPENDENT STUDY IN IDAHO course
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COURSE NUMBER NOTICE
Beginning with the 2025-2026 Catalog year, the University of Idaho transitioned to 4-digit course numbers. As ISI works through this transition, you may continue to see 3-digit course numbers during this time. A crosswalk is available online.