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Nutrition Science
Description: This course is a required course in the Nutrition and Foods major and also the Nutrition and Foods minor. This course provides the link between basic nutrition and food planning content and the connection with physical activity and physical performance. It will explore the unique energy needs of and nutritional considerations for those participating and many different athletic events. The course will address the special nutritional and training needs of athletes and individuals who are physically active. Major topics include the function and sources of each of the nutrients, fueling for pre exercise, during exercise and after exercise, specific meal planning, nutrient needs for specific athletes and wellness lifestyles, and more. Co-convened with NTS 525. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Summer 2025
Prerequisite: BIO 201, BIO 201L, BIO 202, BIO 202L, and NTS 135 with grades of C or better in each
Nutrition Science
Term : Summer 2022
Catalog Year : 2021-2022
NTS 425 - Nutrition For Sport Performance & Wellness
Description: This course is a required course in the Nutrition and Foods major and also the Nutrition and Foods minor. This course provides the link between basic nutrition and food planning content and the connection with physical activity and physical performance. It will explore the unique energy needs of and nutritional considerations for those participating and many different athletic events. The course will address the special nutritional and training needs of athletes and individuals who are physically active. Major topics include the function and sources of each of the nutrients, fueling for pre exercise, during exercise and after exercise, specific meal planning, nutrient needs for specific athletes and wellness lifestyles, and more. Co-convened with NTS 525. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Summer 2025
Prerequisite: BIO 201, BIO 201L, BIO 202, BIO 202L, and NTS 135 with grades of C or better in each