Applied nutrition for sport and physical activity (3 cr. h.)

Description

The course will provide student with strong knowledge in mineral and electrolyte requirements for athletes in physical activities, exercise, and sports. Students will understand why nutrition is important for athletes, metabolism and the energy needed for exercise and its main systems for production. The course will also discuss different types of sports and ergogenic aids usage and aspects and hazards of athlete’s drugs of abuse (doping).

Program

Specialized Diploma of Nutrition in Healthcare (Professional Diploma)

Objectives

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