Nutrition: Foundations for Better Health
Nutrition is one of the strongest influences on long-term health. This course gives you a solid introduction to how nutrients work in the body, how to make informed dietary decisions, and how to support better wellbeing through food. Whether you want to improve your own health or help others make better choices, this course provides practical, easy-to-apply knowledge.
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Why Study this Course?
Nutrition Fundamentals: Learn the core principles of nutrition and understand how food affects energy, digestion, immunity, and overall health.
Six Essential Nutrient Groups: Explore carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water, including their functions and daily needs.
Foods to Limit: Gain clarity on which foods and drinks may reduce vitality or contribute to imbalance.
Naturopathic Nutrition Principles: Understand the value of whole foods, natural ingredients, and mindful eating based on naturopathic approaches.
Reading Nutritional Values: Learn how to interpret recommended daily intake, dietary reference values, and nutrient density.
Contaminants and Toxicants: Understand common contaminants in food and how to reduce exposure for better health.
Macronutrient Education: Study how carbohydrates, proteins, and fats fuel the body, including their sources and potential concerns.
Micronutrient Essentials: Learn the importance of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and digestive enzymes.
Acid–Alkaline Balance: Gain insight into how diet influences the body’s internal balance.
Recognizing Deficiencies: Understand the symptoms and long-term impact of nutrient deficiencies.
Certification: Earn a certificate acknowledging your training in nutrition.
This course provides a clear understanding of how nutrition supports physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing and equips you to make confident, informed dietary choices.
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Learning Outcomes:
By the end of our Nutrition course, you will be able to:
- Understand the foundations of nutrition and its role in maintaining health
- Identify and explain the six classes of nutrients
- Recognize foods and drinks that may hinder wellbeing
- Apply naturopathic dietary principles
- Interpret nutritional values and recommended intake guidelines
- Understand food contaminants and how to minimise them
- Describe the functions and concerns related to carbohydrates and fibre
- Understand the role of healthy fats and their sources
- Determine appropriate protein intake for various needs
- Identify essential vitamins and minerals
- Understand acid–alkaline balance and its relevance
- Recognize the role of amino acids and digestive enzymes
- Identify common nutritional deficiencies and their symptoms
You will finish this course with a practical understanding of nutrition and the ability to support healthier food choices for yourself and others.
Units of Study:
- NMDF121 Foundations of Human Nutrition
- HLTHPS010 Interpret and use information about nutrition and diet
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