Holistic Nutrition and Dietary Science
Provides an in-depth study of nutrition and dietary planning.
Description : Students explore advanced topics in nutritional science, learn to analyze dietary requirements, and create balanced meal plans, integrating scientific research with practical applications.
Category : Health & Wellness
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Nutrition Science Section 1: Understanding Nutrition Basics - Lesson 1: What is Nutrition? Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Nutrition? - Lesson 2: The Role of Nutrition in Health Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of Nutrition in Health Section 2: Food Groups Overview - Lesson 1: Overview of Major Food Groups Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of Major Food Groups - Lesson 2: Benefits of a Balanced Diet Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Benefits of a Balanced Diet Section 3: Nutrient Essentials - Lesson 1: Macronutrients and Their Functions Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Macronutrients and Their Functions - Lesson 2: Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals Section 4: The Digestive Process - Lesson 1: Basics of Digestion Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basics of Digestion - Lesson 2: Nutrient Absorption Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Nutrient Absorption Section 5: Dietary Guidelines - Lesson 1: Overview of Dietary Recommendations Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Overview of Dietary Recommendations - Lesson 2: Understanding Portion Sizes Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Understanding Portion Sizes Module 2: Macronutrients Deep Dive Section 1: Carbohydrates Essentials - Lesson 1: Types of Carbohydrates Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Types of Carbohydrates - Lesson 2: Carbohydrates in Energy Utilization Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Carbohydrates in Energy Utilization Section 2: Proteins Fundamentals - Lesson 1: Building Blocks of Protein Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Building Blocks of Protein - Lesson 2: Protein and Growth Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Protein and Growth Section 3: Fats Foundations - Lesson 1: Understanding Fats and Oils Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Fats and Oils - Lesson 2: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Fats Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Fats Section 4: The Role of Fiber - Lesson 1: Benefits of Dietary Fiber Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Benefits of Dietary Fiber - Lesson 2: Common Fiber Sources Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Common Fiber Sources Section 5: Practical Macro Balancing - Lesson 1: Incorporating Macronutrients in Daily Meals Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Incorporating Macronutrients in Daily Meals - Lesson 2: Portion Control Techniques Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Portion Control Techniques Module 3: Micronutrients and Their Roles Section 1: Vitamins – The Essentials - Lesson 1: Water-Soluble Vitamins Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Water-Soluble Vitamins - Lesson 2: Fat-Soluble Vitamins Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Fat-Soluble Vitamins Section 2: Minerals Basics - Lesson 1: Essential Minerals Overview Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Essential Minerals Overview - Lesson 2: Minerals and Body Functions Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Minerals and Body Functions Section 3: Antioxidants and Phytochemicals - Lesson 1: Understanding Antioxidants Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Antioxidants - Lesson 2: Sources of Phytochemicals Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sources of Phytochemicals Section 4: Recognizing Nutrient Deficiencies - Lesson 1: Common Nutrient Deficiencies Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Common Nutrient Deficiencies - Lesson 2: Symptoms of Deficiencies Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Symptoms of Deficiencies Section 5: Enhancing Nutrient Absorption - Lesson 1: Factors Affecting Absorption Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Factors Affecting Absorption - Lesson 2: Strategies for Better Absorption Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Strategies for Better Absorption Module 4: Dietary Planning and Meal Balance Section 1: Understanding Caloric Needs - Lesson 1: Basics of Calorie Requirements Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basics of Calorie Requirements - Lesson 2: Reading and Interpreting Food Labels Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Reading and Interpreting Food Labels Section 2: Building a Balanced Meal - Lesson 1: Designing a Balanced Plate Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Designing a Balanced Plate - Lesson 2: Portion Guidelines and Meal Timing Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Portion Guidelines and Meal Timing Section 3: Meal Planning Techniques - Lesson 1: Planning Meals for the Week Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Planning Meals for the Week - Lesson 2: Incorporating Variety into Meals Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Incorporating Variety into Meals Section 4: Special Dietary Considerations - Lesson 1: Recognizing Unique Dietary Needs Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing Unique Dietary Needs - Lesson 2: Managing Allergens and Sensitivities Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Managing Allergens and Sensitivities Section 5: Practical Meal Plan Development - Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Meal Plan Creation Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Meal Plan Creation - Lesson 2: Student Meal Plan Presentations Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Student Meal Plan Presentations Module 5: Practical Applications for Daily Wellness Section 1: Connecting Nutrition to Overall Wellness - Lesson 1: The Link Between Nutrition and Wellbeing Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: The Link Between Nutrition and Wellbeing - Lesson 2: Lifestyle Factors Affecting Health Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Lifestyle Factors Affecting Health Section 2: Food Preparation and Safety - Lesson 1: Basic Food Safety Principles Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Food Safety Principles - Lesson 2: Simple Cooking Techniques for Beginners Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Cooking Techniques for Beginners Section 3: Developing Healthy Eating Habits - Lesson 1: Identifying Unhealthy Eating Patterns Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Unhealthy Eating Patterns - Lesson 2: Strategies for Adopting Better Habits Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Strategies for Adopting Better Habits Section 4: Mindful Eating Practices - Lesson 1: Introduction to Mindful Eating Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Mindful Eating - Lesson 2: Techniques to Practice Mindfulness at Meals Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Techniques to Practice Mindfulness at Meals Section 5: Evaluating Nutrition Information - Lesson 1: How to Analyze Nutrition Claims Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: How to Analyze Nutrition Claims - Lesson 2: Making Informed Dietary Decisions Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Making Informed Dietary Decisions