This module covers human anatomy and physiology with particular emphasis on aspects of relevance to the nutritional sciences and medicine. It examines the biochemical and physiological bases of human nutritional requirements. An integrated approach to cover the digestion and metabolism of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, and minerals) is used. Metabolic and chronic diseases related to nutrition are discussed throughout. Discussion sections and problem sets provide an opportunity to examine in greater depth selected topics from lectures.
