Course Description:

Nutrition, for many people, is a realm of confusion, quackery and pseudo-science. The 5th edition of this course, revised in March 2008, will help you recognize misinformation when you see it. How’s your basic nutrition knowledge? Do you really know what vita­mins, minerals, fats, proteins and carbohydrates are and do? This entry level or refresher course helps fitness professionals understand all key nutrition concepts and terminology, and presents current research and standards of practice on exercise, weight control and osteoporosis.

Instructional Level: Beginner/Intermediate.