Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Sport and Exercise Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture

Practical

Workshop

Module Offerings

5102SSLN-SEP-CTY

Aims

This module will establish the scientific basis of human nutrition and develop relevant practical skills. Nutritional recommendations are translated into practical application and practical menu plans.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Describe the nutritional requirements for people in different stages of the life cycle, from conception to old age
2.
Discuss nutritional issues relating to various population groups, recognising the link between early nutrition and nutritional problems later in life
3.
Describe how a nutritionally based menu can be achieved for a particular population group

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Nutrition in the life cycle, i.e. pregnancy/lactation; infant feeding; childhood and adolescents; old age; vegetarianism, poverty and minority groups. It includes some topical but controversial areas of nutrition, e.g. antioxidants; functional foods; coronary heart disease, cancer. Workshops & a practical will develop understanding, apply theory to practical situations, review overall progress and allow for discussion of relevant topics.
Module Overview:
This module will establish the scientific basis of human nutrition and develop relevant practical skills.
Additional Information:This module builds on level 4 modules, particularly Principles of Human Nutrition.

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