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NUTRITION FOR HEALTH INSTITUTIONS

Course
NUTR250 - NUTRITION FOR HEALTH INSTITUTIONS
Department
Nutrition and Dietetics - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
4
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

The definition and purpose of the course; Introduction to nutrition, nutrition wellness, adequate and balanced diet, nutrient’s groups, description, composition, the importance of nutrition and the use, the nutrient function, digestion, absorption and metabolism, requirement level and resources, the energy value of food, the body's energy requirements for energy imbalance teach their problems. Energy and macronutrient (carbohydrates, protein, fat) to teach students the importance of healthy eating and body work, food energy, carbohydrates, assessment in terms of protein and fat content according to different age and sex daily energy, carbohydrate, protein and fat requirements with them can be achieved to teach students the kind and amount of food, in determining the nutritional status, the implementation of individual food consumption and physical activity records recording methods and develop recommendations for a healthy diet.

NUTRITION FOR HEALTH INSTITUTIONS

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 Will be able to identify the food groups, nutrients, their food sources and required amounts by the body(2).
  2. 02 Will be able to explain energy balance & metabolism, importance of water balance in the body (4)
  3. 03 Will be able to explain food sources, digestion and metabolism of carbohydrates(4)
  4. 04 Will be able to explain food sources, nutrition and metabolism of proteins and amino acids(4)
  5. 05 Will be able to explain classification of dietary lipids, food sources, nutrition and metabolism of lipids by the body(4)
  6. 06 Will be able to understand food sources, body functions, toxicity, deficiency ,bioavailability and absorption of fat soluble vitamins(4)
  7. 07 Will be able to understand, food sources, body functions, toxicity ,deficiency, bioavailability and absorption of water soluble vitamins (4)
  8. 08 Will be able to explain, food sources, body functions of minerals and mineral deficiencies(4)
  9. 09 Will be able to define polyphenols, food sources and potential health benefits(3)

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to Nutrition and Nutritional Wellness
Week 2 Nutrient Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism
Week 3 Energy Balance and Requirements
Week 4 Macronutrients: Carbohydrates
Week 5 Macronutrients: Proteins
Week 6 Macronutrients: Fats
Week 7 Nutrient Needs During different Life Stages
Week 8 Revision (Weeks 1-4)
Week 9 Midterm Examination Week
Week 10 Midterm Examination Week
Week 11 Nutritional Issues
Week 12 National holiday
Week 13 Nutritional Performance
Week 14 Revision (Weeks 5-7, 11 & 13)
Week 15 Final Examination Week

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 1. Whitney, E., & Rolfes, S. R. (2022). Understanding nutrition (17th ed.). Cengage Learning.
  2. 02 2. Mahan, L. K., Raymond, J. L., & Escott-Stump, S. (2020). Krause’s food & the nutrition care process (15th ed.). Elsevier.
  3. 03 3. Smolin, L. A., & Grosvenor, M. B. (2023). Nutrition: Science and applications (5th ed.). Wiley.
  4. 04 4. World Health Organization. (2020). Healthy diet: Fact sheet & guidance. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/healthy-diet

Learning Outcomes

  1. Students identify common problems associated with energy imbalance and relate them to health outcomes SOLO 4
  2. Students evaluate the roles of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in supporting body function and health SOLO 4
  3. Students assess individual dietary needs based on age, sex, and energy requirements SOLO 4
  4. Students analyze food intake by recording and interpreting food consumption and physical activity data SOLO 4
  5. Students develop dietary recommendations based on nutrient intake, lifestyle, and physiological need SOLO 4
  6. L01 Students define core concepts in nutrition, including nutrition wellness, adequate and balanced diet, and nutrient groups SOLO 3
  7. L02 Students describe the composition, classification, and physiological functions of essential nutrients SOLO 4
  8. L03 Students explain the processes of digestion, absorption, and metabolism and their roles in nutrient utilization SOLO 4
  9. L04 Students calculate and interpret the energy value of food and the body’s energy requirement SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
  2. P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
  3. P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
  4. P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
  5. P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
  6. P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
  7. P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
  8. P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
  9. P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
  10. P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
  11. P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 Average
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
L01 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
L02 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
L03 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
L04 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4