Nutrition and Health: Understanding Macronutrients
This course is part of Food, Nutrition and Health.
Course Cost
₹ 21,813
Beginner
Skill Level
9 Weeks
Self-paced lessons
This comprehensive nutrition course explores the fundamental relationship between macronutrients and human health, with a special focus on overnutrition-related health issues. Led by Professor Sander Kersten from Wageningen University, students gain deep insights into the chemistry and metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. The course covers crucial topics including energy homeostasis, bodyweight regulation, and obesity, while teaching critical evaluation of nutritional research. Designed for healthcare professionals and food industry workers, this course develops practical understanding of how different macronutrients affect human health and provides tools for interpreting nutrition information effectively.
What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental principles of macronutrients in nutrition
Master the chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
Analyze how different macronutrients impact human health
Evaluate energy homeostasis and body weight regulation
Develop critical skills for interpreting nutrition research
Understand the science behind obesity and weight management
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, Exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 9 modules in this course
This comprehensive course delves into the science of macronutrients and their impact on human health, focusing particularly on issues related to overnutrition. Students learn about the chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, along with their roles in energy homeostasis and body weight regulation. The course provides extensive coverage of obesity and weight management, while also teaching research methodologies in nutrition science. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, participants develop critical thinking skills for evaluating nutrition information and understanding the relationship between diet and health outcomes.
Basic Principles
Module 1
Carbohydrates
Module 2
Carbohydrates and Health
Module 3
Lipids
Module 4
Lipids and Health
Module 5
Proteins and Health
Module 6
Energy Homeostasis and Energy Balance
Module 7
Weight Management
Module 8
Nutrition and Sports
Module 9
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Food, Nutrition and Health
Payment options
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