Nutrition biology
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Basic principles of biochemistry, microbiology and physiology.
Learning is verified through a written exam on the topics covered during the course.
The exam consists in a written test aimed to test knowledge of the topics covered in class, summarized in the teaching material available on the e-learning site.
The criteria that will guide the evaluation of the exam are based on the consistency of the answers to the questions asked and on the correct use of scientific terminology in the presentation of the topics. The final mark, expressed out of thirty, will be determined by the sum of the score obtained in the exam questions.
The aim of the course is to provide the biological basis of human nutrition and the molecular basis of food-related diseases, as well as theoretical hints for operating in the field of nutrition applied to human health. Furthermore, tools will also be provided to understand the metabolic processes and regulatory circuits underlying nutrition and to understand the nutritional implications of possible metabolic and pathological alterations.
The student should be able to connect and integrate the different topics of the course by developing his own critical ability. Furthermore, the student should acquire good skills in exposing and communicating the topics learned using an appropriate scientific language.
The course covers topics related to basic nutrients, macro and micro-nutrients, non-nutrients, ant- nutrients, beverages, antioxidants, bioactive compounds and food in general. The physiological mechanisms underlying nutrition will be reviewed, together with those of hormonal action. Particular emphasis will be given to the role and functions of the intestinal ecosystem.
The second part of the course will cover nutritional requirements and nutritional principles, together with methods for estimating the basal metabolism and energy requirements. We will also provide notions of anthropometry and body composition and on eating behavior, its homeostasis and disorders related to incorrect eating behavior.
Finally, nutritional approaches useful in certain pathologies will be described and elements of nutrigenomics will be provided.
A practical exercise will also be performed to assess body composition using bio-impedancemetry.
The course covers topics related to basic nutrients, macro and micro-nutrients, non-nutrients, ant- nutrients, beverages, antioxidants, bioactive compounds and food in general. The physiological mechanisms underlying nutrition will be reviewed, together with those of hormonal action. Particular emphasis will be given to the role and functions of the intestinal ecosystem.
The second part of the course will cover nutritional requirements and nutritional principles, together with methods for estimating the basal metabolism and energy requirements. We will also provide notions of anthropometry and body composition and on eating behavior, its homeostasis and disorders related to incorrect eating behavior.
Finally, nutritional approaches useful in certain pathologies will be described and elements of nutrigenomics will be provided.
A practical exercise will also be performed to assess body composition using bio-impedancemetry.
The teaching material is periodically updated and includes the slides which are presented in class by the teacher. During the lessons the consultation of some textbooks will be also suggested. The teaching material is made available to students on the e-learning platform.
The teaching activity includes lectures, which will be carried out with the aid of slides.
There will also be one or more seminars held by experts in the field of nutrition.
For further informations, please contact: marzia.gariboldi@uninsubria.it