Nutrition science has evolved from ancient wisdom to a cutting-edge interdisciplinary field tackling today’s most pressing global health challenges.
Introduction to Nutrition: Understanding Food, Function, and Health takes you through the essential foundations of optimal health, beginning with the fundamentals of nutrition assessment, balanced eating, and the intricate processes of transforming food into fuel for life.
This course explores the critical roles of macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—alongside essential vitamins and minerals that power countless biological processes. You will learn how these nutrients work synergistically to support everything from cellular function and brain performance to disease prevention and athletic achievement. Discover the connections between nutrition and health across every life stage, and navigate critical topics including food safety and the global challenge of food security. Through actionable guidance, master the skills for making informed dietary choices that promote lifelong health in the modern world.
