HEALTH 263 Nutrition and Health

Review of the literature on the basic nutrients of protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals and water. Development of the skills necessary to analyze, evaluate and prescribe a dietary intake for weight loss, weight maintenance and weight gain. Study of the relationship between nutrition and disease and the psycho-social factors and stressors contributing to eating disorders.

Units: 3.00

Offered: (Fa,Sp,Sm)

UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: None

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester

Departmental Recommendation: Eligibility for MATH 090