Medix School has been dedicated to Health Care Training for over 35 years. Through this dedication and experience Medix Online is the clear choice for Advancement and Education in the Health Care Industry. 

Anatomy & Physiology

This certificate is designed to allow development in fields related to Medical Sciences

Dental Office Procedures

The basics of Abeldent, a popular software widely used in various dental offices.

Ontario Medical Billing

Apply the basic principles of Health Claim billing

Medical Terminology

Learn to have a working knowledge of medical vocabulary for laboratory findings and other health care settings

Principles of Nutrition

Concepts related to nutrients in foods, as well as its applications to phases of the human life cycle

Thought Patterns for a Successful Career

This program is designed for both academic & personal growth and success

Principles of Nutrition

Course Objective  |   Apply Now
The Principles of Nutrition course provides an introduction to the basic concepts related to nutrients in foods and their metabolic functions. The course will further focus on methods for assessing nutritional status and dietary adequacy, as well as its applications to phases of the human life cycle.

Details:

Prerequisite: None

Duration: 4.5 Credit Hours (45 total hours)

Cost: $299 (includes access to all online materials necessary to complete course) 

A great advantage of Medix Online is that you can complete our programs quickly and at your own pace.

Course Schedule

Week 1: Summarize the basic principles of nutrition.

Week 2: Relate the basic concepts of digestion and absorption.

Week 3: Identify the role of carbohydrates in a healthy diet.

Week 4: Identify the role of lipids, triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesterol in the diet.

Week 5: Identify the role of protein in the body.

Week 6: Assess the energy requirements of the body.

Week 7: Examine the functions of water, vitamins, and minerals, in promoting a healthy body.

Week 8: Assess the nutritive requirements of healthy individuals throughout their lifecycle.

Week 9: Examine the role of diet in the overall health of the human body.

Week 10: Investigate current consumer concerns about the safety and availability of foods and water globally.

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