NU FS 305

Introduction to the Principles of Nutrition

3 units

Fall 2018

Topics

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport review (Chapter 3) Carbohydrates (Chapter 4)
Carbohydrates (Chapter 4)
Lipids (Chapter 5), *In-Class Short Quizz 1 on Sept 19 10am
Lipids (Chapter 5
Lipids (Chapter 5) **Laboratory 1 Module 1-Quizz 1 Due Sept 24 10am
Protein (Chapter 6) **Laboratory 1 Module 2- Quizz 2 Due Sept 28 10am
Protein (Chapter 6)
Metabolism (Chapter 7) *In-Class Short Quizz 2 on October 3 10am
Metabolism (Chapter 7) **Laboratory 1 Module 3- Quizz 3 Due Oct 5 10am
Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism (Chapter 10)
Energy Balance (Chapters 8 and 9)
Water and Electrolytes (Chapter 11)
Nutrients Involved in Bone Health (Chapter 13) **Laboratory 2 – Food Entry Due Nov 19 10am

Fall 2012

To gain an understanding of the chemical nature, biochemical pathways and physiological functions of macronutrients and micronutrients

Understanding Nutrition, First Canadian Edition (Authors Whitney, Rolfes,
required
Hammond, Piché; Published by Nelson) which is
required

Sources