NU 331 - Foundations of Community Nutrition

Credit(s): 3.00

Community nutrition is a discipline that helps individuals, families, and groups within a community setting improve their dietary intake and food security to promote health and prevent disease. Students examine the complex biological, economic, social, cultural, and public policy issues that cause poor nutrition and increase disease risk. Through analysis, discussion, and research, students advocate for and plan community programs and personalized services that positively affect nutrition knowledge, food consumption behavior, and health outcomes. Prerequisite(s): NU 310.