Basic Practical Nutrition Course

The Basic Practical Nutrition class is a self directed study course that leads to the Basic Practical Nutrition Certification.

This is an annually updated course for the serious but new students of nutrition who may be involved in health issues with themselves, friends or relatives or who intend to make this part of their business activities while they follow the evolution of nutrition science

The Basic Practical Nutrition Course is a three hour program recorded in DVD format that includes 3 discs. There is also a CD with accompanying powerpoint slides.

Part 1 - An Introduction to Basic Practical Nutrition:
Introduction to Nutrition, American diet, Politics of Nutrition, Healthy diet, Optimum nutrients, Disease Prevention

Part 2 - Nutrient Classes:
Six Classes of Nutrients (Carbohydrates, Lipids, Protein, Vitamins, Minerals, Water), Functions of Nutrient Classes, Phytochemicals (plants)

Part 3 - Supplementation:
Why Supplement, Why Nutrition

Those who successfully complete the course and brief exam will receive a certificate of completion suitable for framing.

• Administrator: Daniel Brouse
• Administrator: Richard Brouse