Nutrition Consultant (Level 3) Course

Course Structure

Module 1: Principles of a balanced diet

• Nutrition: what is it?
• Macronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins and fats
• Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals
• How much do we need of each nutrient?
• The concept of energy balance
• A 'healthy' diet and government guidelines

Module 2: Special dietary needs

• The Eatwell plate
• Babies and toddlers
• School children (ages 4-10)
• Adolescents (ages 11-18)
• Adults
• Pre-conception
• Pregnancy
• Older adults
• The national diet and nutrition survey

Module 3: How certain diets can affect health

• Types of food intolerance
• Types of food allergy
• Low income and dietary adequacy
• Dietary differences in a multicultural society
• Deficiencies and dietary conditions
• Vegetarian and vegan diets

Module 4: Contemporary food issues and their impact on diet

• What is a food additive?
• UK regulation of additives and E-numbers
• Preservatives
• Antioxidants
• Food colourings
• Flavour enhancers
• Emulsifiers and stabilisers
• Convenience and fast food
• The place of fast food in a balanced diet

Module 5: Food hygiene and safety

• Safe food storage
• Hygienic preparation
• Safe cooking methods
• General hygiene
• Food safety for vulnerable groups
• Protection against listeria, salmonella and toxoplasmosis
• Understanding and interpreting food labelling

Module 6: Supporting people to change their diet and food choices

• Influences on eating: social, economic and psychological
• Food habits, attitudes and behaviours
• Supporting specific dietary goals
• Improving the overall balance of a meal

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