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Nutrition Science
Description: This course is concerned with nutrition during major phases of the life cycle. It will include units on (1) women during the preconception period, pregnancy and lactation, (2) infancy, (3) childhood, (4) adolescence and (5) older adults (65+). The biological basis of nutrient and energy needs will be addressed for each life cycle phase, as well as factors that influence nutritional status and cultural and socioeconomic barriers to meeting nutrient needs. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2026
Prerequisite: Graduate Status
Nutrition Science
Term : Spring 2026
Catalog Year : 2025-2026
NTS 515 - Nutrition Across The Life Cycle
Description: This course is concerned with nutrition during major phases of the life cycle. It will include units on (1) women during the preconception period, pregnancy and lactation, (2) infancy, (3) childhood, (4) adolescence and (5) older adults (65+). The biological basis of nutrient and energy needs will be addressed for each life cycle phase, as well as factors that influence nutritional status and cultural and socioeconomic barriers to meeting nutrient needs. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2026
Prerequisite: Graduate Status