Diet and Nutrition non-certificate course

Middlesex School Of Complementary Medicine
4.2
3 reviews
  • The course was well organized and I enjoyed learning lots of new facts. Found it challenging but never too heavy. Anita really loves her course and the inspiration spreads quickly.
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  • A superlative course, with a superb teacher. Anita had great teaching methods and was dedicated in getting the best out of her students.
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  • It has the highest standard-plenty of variable larning processes. Want to futher educate. I have made some lovely friends and will keep in touch.
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Short course

In Northwood

£ 395 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Location

    Northwood

  • Duration

    6 Days

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Open to all interested in healthy eating.

With the confusing media coverage of the most recent changes to the dietary recommendations and magazines and internet sources recommending various ‘fad’ diets and miracle supplements, it is difficult to find out what ‘healthy eating’ or ‘balance diet’ actually mean! As we finally realise that the nutritional value of the foods available to us is constantly diminishing it is no wonder that ‘what should I be actually eating?’ is one of the most often asked questions.

Undoubtedly, what we eat, how we eat and how much we eat plays a vital role in our lives. Research confirms that the root causes of the majority of the ailments that we come across in our daily lives – from arthritis and diabetes, through fertility issues, cardiovascular diseases to cancer - are primarily due to improper intake of food and lack of a balanced diet. Studies show that our stress levels and even our mental health depend on what we eat and can benefit from the right selection of foods! Therefore, the necessity of proper nutrition and, perhaps most importantly the secrets of how to make the best advantage of the food, is what is discussed in this course.

“The key to a healthy life is healthy living”. This diet and nutrition course will help you get familiar with everything you need to know about the basics of a proper nutrition!

This unique 6 day in-class course will offer an opportunity to study the subject not only in more depth but also in a more practical and interactive way. It will introduce you to basic concepts of nutrition and highlights ways that your clients (and you!) can integrate good nutrition into their lifestyles. In fascinating detail, you`ll explore the food pyramid, diet planning, the digestive system, and how nutrients affect energy, wellness, and disease. Principles of digestion and absorption, the function of nutrients, disease prevention, diet modifications, and weight controls are also covered.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Northwood (Middlesex)
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Post Graduate Medical Centre, Mount Vernon Hospital, Rickmansworth Road, HA6 2RN

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About this course


Open to all. Suitable for those interested in healthy eating for themselves and family.

This course does not result in a qualification.

The real bonus of this course is what you will be able to gain through in-class activities and discussions, which will help you learn how to analyse a food diary, carry out some simple calculations (body mass index, daily calorific needs, etc.), come up with a health benefiting strategy and create a realistic meal plan. In addition to the comprehensive course manual you will also get additional charts, such as an exhaustive list of gluten-free grains (includes over 140 grains, seeds and related foodstuffs from all over the world!) and a handy ‘best sources’ of minerals and vitamins guide. Throughout the course we will be sharing many exciting recipes utilising some truly useful super-foods.

Ah, and let’s not forget – as it is often the case with our courses at MSCM - we include some valuable extracurricular aspects of Diet and Nutrition, e.g. the alkaline diet or the dietary needs specific to the various cultural/ethnic groups.


On receiving your request, we will email you full course details, dates and prices.

To book your place please contact the Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine by e-mail: info@mscm.biz or call us on: 020 8429 2895.

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Reviews

4.2
fantastic
  • The course was well organized and I enjoyed learning lots of new facts. Found it challenging but never too heavy. Anita really loves her course and the inspiration spreads quickly.
    ← | →
  • A superlative course, with a superb teacher. Anita had great teaching methods and was dedicated in getting the best out of her students.
    ← | →
  • It has the highest standard-plenty of variable larning processes. Want to futher educate. I have made some lovely friends and will keep in touch.
    ← | →
100%
4.5
excellent

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Alan

4.0
22/10/2010
What I would highlight: The course was well organized and I enjoyed learning lots of new facts. Found it challenging but never too heavy. Anita really loves her course and the inspiration spreads quickly.
What could be improved: Nothing
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Anon

4.5
12/10/2009
What I would highlight: A superlative course, with a superb teacher. Anita had great teaching methods and was dedicated in getting the best out of her students.
What could be improved: All OK
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Anon

4.0
13/09/2009
What I would highlight: It has the highest standard-plenty of variable larning processes. Want to futher educate. I have made some lovely friends and will keep in touch.
What could be improved: Everything good
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • Aromatherapy
  • Reflexology
  • Healthy Eating
  • Nutrition
  • Diabetes
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Diet Plan
  • Alternative Medicine
  • Healthy Food
  • Diet
  • Health Care
  • Medicine
  • Aromatherapy oils
  • Alternative Health
  • Complementary Medicine
  • Alternative Therapy

Teachers and trainers (1)

MSCM Tutor

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Tutor

Course programme

Course details:

  • UNDERSTANDING THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM –
    structure of the digestive system, the alimentary canal, accessory organs, the ‘forgotten organ’ of the gut flora; the processes of digestion (enzymes) and absorption
  • NUTRITION: - FUNCTIONS AND SOURCES, BODY REQUIREMENTS –
    Basal Metabolic rate and daily calorific requirements and connection to age, body size, gender, etc.
  • FOOD COMPONENTS AND THEIR ROLE IN THE DIET:
    carbohydrates, simple sugars, fibre, proteins and fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, transfats), good and bad cholesterol, their nutritional values and medical conditions resulting from overconsumptions or not sufficient intake of each
  • MACRO- AND MICRO-NUTRIENTS –
    minerals and vitamins, antioxidants, sources, functions and signs of deficiencies
  • DEHYDRATION –
    water, tap water, bottled water, water filters; dehydration, toxicity and the strain on other organs
  • DISORDERS OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM AND OTHERS –
    constipation, Coeliac disease, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), various others, anorexia, bulimia, diabetes, hypoglycaemia, obesity
  • NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF FOODS -
    Red meat in the diet and its effects on cancer , eggs in the diet and the effect on cholesterol levels, dairy products and alternatives, daily intake of milk or use of other sources of calcium in order to prevent osteoporosis organic foods , superfoods , detoxifying, juices, soya products
  • LOSS OF NUTRIENTS -
    through processing, cooking and storage; refined and unrefined foods
  • FOOD PROCESSING –
    additives, preservatives, commercial antioxidants, sequestrants, flavour enhancers, thickeners, emulsifiers, colours, sweeteners, E numbers, and associated health issues
  • COMMON ANTI-NUTRIENTS –
    tea and coffee, carbonated drinks, alcohol, smoking, contraceptive pill, antibiotics, etc
  • RDA’S FOR SPECIAL GROUPS: INCLUDING ADOLESCENTS AND THE ELDERLY
  • WEIGHT LOSS
  • VEGETARIANS AND VEGANS –
    protein combining and non-animal sources of proteins
  • FOOD ALLERGIES : FOOD INTOLERANCE : FOOD POISONING –
    dairy and gluten, nuts
  • PROBIOTICS –
    prebiotics, probiotics and probiotic diet
  • COMMON AILMENTS RELATED TO NUTRITIONAL IMBALANCE -
    common cold, influenza, cystitis, water retention , arthritis, PMT, sinusitis, migraine, asthma, stress, eczema, psoriasis, cellulite
  • HEALTHY EATING & BALANCED DIETS –
    practical approach
Course fees include:

o All class tuition
o A comprehensive course manual
o Useful charts and guides
o Various templates, such as meal plan and food diary as well as recipes

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