Course description
This course introduces students to the science of nutrition and outlines the functions of the human body. The effectiveness of various diets and usefulness of food additives is explored. Gain insight into the ways that food plays a variety of roles in maintaining health and reducing the risk of illness. Students will also learn the fundamentals needed to evaluate claims made by food faddists and food vendors.
Course details
Please note: This course is offered through OntarioLearn. To review important information such as textbook, exam and grade information, visit the OntarioLearn Information web page.
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Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Ends: Feb. 7, 2025
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Fall 2024 registration opens July 22, 2024. Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024.Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery