BIOL345

This advanced course in nutrition is intended for students with a particular interest in nutrition or who are seeking a career in the health sciences. The course begins with topics in the cellular and chemical mechanisms of digestion and absorption. The pathways of energy metabolism and the general metabolism of macro-nutrients will be studied. The course will also consider the metabolic rate and health impact of vitamins, minerals and fiber. The importance of energy balance and body composition and their relationship to obesity will be an important course topic. This course assumes some knowledge of biology, chemistry and/or nutrition.