The Human Nutrition module provides an in-depth understanding of human nutritional requirements and the biochemical mechanisms underlying nutrient utilization. It examines the physiological functions of macro- and micronutrients, their recommended intakes, and the nutritional interactions that influence metabolic homeostasis. The course also explores the impact of dietary habits on health, the prevention of nutrition-related diseases, the assessment of nutritional status, and the development of dietary strategies tailored to different population groups.
Target audience: third-year undergraduate students in Food Technology and Quality Control.
General objectives:
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Understand human nutritional requirements and the physiological roles of macro- and micronutrients in maintaining health.
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Identify the factors that influence nutritional balance, including age, lifestyle, physiological status, and environmental conditions.
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Analyze the relationship between diet and health, with a focus on the prevention of nutritional and metabolic diseases.
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Develop skills in nutritional assessment and planning, enabling students to formulate appropriate dietary recommendations and strategies for different population groups.
- Teacher: Hadjer SAIFI