FSHN 251: Nutritional Physiology II

Course Description

Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, nervous, endocrine, immune, reproductive, and excretory systems. Special focus on the absorption, distribution, storage and mobilization of macronutrients and micronutrients. Learn the necessary concepts on cell biology and biochemistry required to understand human physiology. Manifestation of disease as a result of nutritional imbalances in body systems. Evaluation of the effectiveness and potential toxicity of nutritional supplements commonly used in the US. Pharmacological interventions and current therapeutics against diseases related to nutritional disorders. Prerequisite: FSHN 220.