BIO-208 The Science of Nutrition

This introductory course is intended to provide accurate and scientifically sound information on human nutrition. Topics covered include food choices; the digestive system; metabolism; the effects of carbohydrates, fats and proteins on health; nutrition in various stages of the life cycle; vitamins and minerals; and the effect of diet in the presence of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

System Requirement: Students taking BIO-208-GS/OL are required to purchase the software "Diet Analysis Plus."

Study Methods:

     e-Pack® (BIO-208-EP) Apr 2013 May 2013 Jun 2013 Jul 2013
     Guided Study (BIO-208-GS) Apr 2013 May 2013 Jun 2013 Jul 2013
     Online Courses (BIO-208-OL) Apr 2013 May 2013 Jun 2013 Jul 2013
     TECEP® Examination (BIO-208-TE) Apr 2013 May 2013 Jun 2013 Jul 2013

This course is also available as TECEP® exam BIO-208-TE.

Semester Hours: 3

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