Course Description:
This comprehensive online course provides a foundational understanding of clinical nutrition principles and their application in various healthcare settings. You'll learn about the role of nutrition in disease prevention and management, delve into the science of food and its impact on human health, and develop essential skills for providing personalized dietary guidance to individuals and populations.
 
Course Modules:
Module 1: Foundations of Nutrition
Topics:
Macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats)
Micronutrients (vitamins, minerals)
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)
Food groups and dietary guidelines
Nutritional assessment methods (anthropometry, biochemical tests)
Module 2: Biochemistry of Nutrition
Topics:
Carbohydrate metabolism
Protein synthesis and breakdown
Lipid metabolism
Cellular energy production
Enzyme function in nutrition
Module 3: Nutrition and Disease Prevention
Topics:
Chronic diseases (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer)
Obesity and its complications
Nutritional risk factors for common diseases
Role of diet in disease prevention
Lifestyle modifications for disease prevention
Module 4: Nutrition in Disease Management
Topics:
Dietary management of diabetes
Nutrition for cardiovascular health
Nutritional support for cancer patients
Gastrointestinal disorders and nutrition
Nutritional support in critical care
Module 5: Nutritional Assessment and Counseling
Topics:
Conducting a comprehensive nutritional assessment
Dietary history and food intake analysis
Setting realistic and achievable dietary goals
Motivational interviewing techniques
Communication and counseling skills
Module 6: Pediatric Nutrition
Topics:
Infant and toddler nutrition
Nutritional needs during childhood and adolescence
Common pediatric nutritional problems (picky eating, food allergies)
Nutrition for pregnant and lactating women
Module 7: Geriatric Nutrition
Topics:
Nutritional changes in aging
Malnutrition in older adults
Dietary modifications for age-related conditions (osteoporosis, dementia)
Nutrition and functional decline
Special considerations for older adults
Module 8: Sports Nutrition
Topics:
Macronutrient needs for athletes
Hydration and electrolyte balance
Nutritional ergogenic aids
Dietary strategies for performance enhancement
Recovery nutrition
Module 9: Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
Topics:
Functional foods and their health benefits
Probiotics and prebiotics
Antioxidants and phytochemicals
Dietary supplements and their use
Safety and efficacy of nutraceuticals