NUTR 506 - Practice Applications: Nutritional Genomics, Pharmacology, and Supplements

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): NUTR 500 and enrollment in ACEND-accredited Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition and Dietetics.
Applications in use of nutritional genomic and dietary supplements for registered dietitian nutritionists; best practices aligning with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Code of Ethics. Roles of nutrition in pharmacotherapy, including mechanisms for drug action, administration, absorption, and metabolism.

Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours discussion) Not repeatable for credit.