About the course

Course introduces basic concepts and principles of the science of nutrition. Identification and definition of nutritional concepts components of food and energy. Consideration of nutrition requirements for each age group. Health problems related to diet.

Textbook (What to buy):
Nutrition: An Applied Approach, 2nd Edition. ISBN: 0‐558‐17988‐6 and MyDietAnalysis. These two items will be bundled together and sold as one item
•Publisher: Pearson Benjamin Cummings, Pearson Education Inc.

 

Introduction to the Instructor

Urbi Ghosh has been teachingfor over 5 years. She has a Master's degree in Biochemistry and Business. She has worked the the pharmaceutical area for numerous years.

 

The course will use techology in the classroom and WebCt to facilitate the learning experience. Students are encouraged to participate and email the instructor with any questions before, during and after class.

Instructor contact: ughosh@oakton.edu

 

Resources for Biology

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