Free Course, Nutrition Science, Beginner FriendlyBasics of Nutrition Science
Understand Nutrition. Make Better Food Choices.
Good nutrition starts with understanding what your body needs. This course breaks down the science of food into simple, practical concepts, helping you understand nutrients, build balanced meals, read food labels, and make more informed everyday food choices.
Free Course, Nutrition Science, Beginner FriendlyWhat you’ll actually learn
- Understand the fundamentals of nutrition science and the role of nutrients.
- Learn the differences between macronutrients and micronutrients.
- Explore the functions, food sources, and potential effects of deficiencies or excesses of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
- Understand the principles of a balanced plate and healthy eating.
- Learn how to read and interpret food labels.
- Explore dietary guidelines and factors that influence health outcomes.
- Build a foundational understanding of diet planning.
Who’s this for?
Beginners who want to understand nutrition science. Aspiring nutritionists who want to build foundational knowledge. Fitness professionals and personal trainers. Yoga instructors and wellness coaches. Homemakers who want to make informed food choices for their families. Anyone interested in learning how nutrition influences everyday health.
Why this course
is important
- Build a strong foundation in nutrition science without getting overwhelmed by technical terminology.
- Understand how different nutrients support the body's everyday functions.
- Make more informed decisions about food and balanced eating.
- Learn to identify important information on food labels.
- Understand how nutritional deficiencies and excesses can affect health.
- Apply basic nutrition principles to everyday meals and food choices.
Where it leads
Develop a foundational understanding of nutrition that you can apply to your own food choices, family meals, or further learning in health and nutrition. This free course is a starting point for learners interested in exploring more advanced nutrition and functional nutrition education.
Topics
- Introduction to Nutrition Science
- History of Nutrition Science
- Understanding Macronutrients and Micronutrients
- Carbohydrates: Functions, Sources, and Types
- Proteins: Functions, Sources, and Types
- Fats: Functions, Sources, and Types
- Vitamins: Fat-Soluble and Water-Soluble
- Minerals, Electrolytes, and Their Functions
- Nutrient Deficiencies and Excesses
- Factors Affecting Health Outcomes
- Updated Dietary Guidelines for Healthy Living
- Introduction to Diet Planning
