Diet and Health (Nutrition)
About Diet and Health (Nutrition)
A healthy diet is one that enhances or maintains general health. The body receives the key nutrients it needs from a balanced diet, including proper amounts of hydration, macronutrients like protein, micronutrients like vitamins, and fiber. A balanced diet that limits salt, sugar, saturated fats, and trans fats from industrial production is crucial for good health.
Why is Diet and Health (Nutrition) important?
An essential component of living a healthy lifestyle is having a good diet. Our diet, when combined with exercise, can help us achieve and maintain a healthy weight, lower our chance of developing chronic illnesses (including cancer and heart disease), and improve our general well-being. As a result, there is a lower chance of developing diseases and chronic disorders such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer.
Who should take the Diet and Health (Nutrition) Exam?
- Nutrition, health, and wellness professionals
- Fitness and sports professionals, including personal trainers and athletic coaches
- Anyone interested in personal wellness and living a healthier life
- Those interested in nutrition, weight loss, diet, and exercise
Diet and Health (Nutrition) Certification Course Outline
- Nutrition and the Digestive System
- Energy and the Role of Carbohydrates
- The Role of Fats in Atherosclerosis
- Energy Expenditure and Theories of Eating
- Managing Weight, Exercise, and Nutrition
- How Nutrition Affects Cancer, Osteoporosis, and Hypertension