معلومات المقرر

To enhance the understanding of the basic functions, requirements, and food sources of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, and water) and to apply basic nutrition concepts to food choices. General concepts of weight management are outlined. Vegetarian and Mediterranean diets are discussed with their health benefits and hazards. Also, the course aims at the identification of factors that affect dental health highlighting the relationship between dental disease and nutrition.