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Nutrition Basics

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£ 10 £ 40 VAT inc.

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  • Type

    Training

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    10h

  • Duration

    Flexible

Human health is reliant on a variety of key nutrients, which the body needs a constant supply of in very specific quantities. As the world’s interest in diet and nutrition continues to grow, so too does demand for those with advanced knowledge and experience. Those who work as professional dieticians and nutritionists spend their careers improving the everyday health, wellbeing and lives of others. It is a uniquely rewarding and enjoyable profession with limitless scope for advancement. The better you understand human nutrition, the greater your long-term career prospects. All of which begins by studying the basics of nutrition – a fascinating entry-point to this incredible industry.

This insightful tutorial is ideal for anyone with an interest in working as a dietician or nutritionist. Explore the core basics of human nutrition, including the various types of carbohydrates, preservatives, antioxidants and more. Learn about Omega-3 fatty acids, why some fats are considered ‘healthier’ than others and how protein can be both positive and negative in a dietary context.

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About this course

Discuss what Macro- Nutrients are.
Discuss why do we need carbohydrates, proteins and fats in our diet.
Understand how do traffic light colours fit into a Healthy Diet

Confident , self motivated and passionate candidates
Nurses, carers and health workers seeking for CPD
Nutrition advisors looking to expand knowledge and skills
Candidates looking to enhance their CVs
Anyone interested in developing knowledge about nutrition

No prior knowledge is required to take this course

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Subjects

  • Nutrition
  • Human Nutrition
  • Food Hygiene
  • Materials
  • Healthcare
  • Health
  • Diet
  • Protein
  • Macro nutrient
  • Carbs

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Course programme

  • Macro-Nutrients
  • Types of Carbs
  • When is Protein in the Diet a Problem?
  • Good, Bad and Worst Fats
  • Best Foods for Omega-3 Fatty Acids
  • Antioxidants and Preservatives

Course Benefits:

  • Full Tutor Support
  • Self paced, no fixed schedules
  • Available to students anywhere in the world
  • 24/7 Access to the LMS ( Learning Management System )
  • Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials
  • The benefit of applying for NUS extra Discount Card.

Course Material

All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.

Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:

  • Online course materials
  • Question papers
  • Additional Supporting Material
  • Useful Links

Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.

Nutrition Basics

Special Emagister price

£ 10 £ 40 VAT inc.