NUTN 521 Energy Metabolism

Credits: 3
This course reviews biochemical processes and nutrients involved in energy production. The digestion, absorption, transport, storage and metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids are covered in depth. Micronutrients essential to these systems including many B vitamins, and minerals are covered as they relate to energy production. At the end of the quarter, perturbations in energy balance during various states of health and disease are discussed. These topics include energy balance during exercise, in obesity or during critical illness.

Graded: A-F
May be taken only once for credit