Nutrition and Health
Faculty:
Marcia Magnus, PhD (view profile)
William Balton, DDS. (view profile)
Price: $65.00
Duration: 12 Hours
This course defines the relationship between nutrients and health, suggesting that counseling consider the food pyramid set down by the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) which separates the food groups into foods that should be eaten "anytime", "sometimes" and "seldom." This type pyramid makes it easy for patients to understand how food choices affect their health. The course continues with in-depth descriptions of food sources, metabolism, and daily requirements of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and electrolytes.
Diseases related to diet are also covered. Fat intake and its relationship to atherosclerosis is examined, as is dietary fiber as a possible preventative to cardiovascular disease. In conclusion, physical exercise as an important component of proper nutrition and nutritional counseling is defined. This continuing education workbook includes an extensive appendix which can be used for reference. It is well worth the time and effort to "digest" it all!
