Public Health Nutrition Course Overview

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Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in Week 1 of the Public Health Nutrition course?

  • Scope and concept of PHN
  • Roles of PH nutritionist
  • Objectives of Public Health Nutrition (PHN)
  • Dietary and Physical Activity guidelines (correct)

Which week covers the topic of macronutrients and micronutrients?

  • Week 3
  • Week 4
  • Week 1
  • Week 2 (correct)

What is the primary focus of "Nutrition through the life cycle I & II" in weeks 4 and 5?

  • The role of genetics in nutrition
  • Nutrient needs and benefits across various stages of life (correct)
  • The impact of nutritional deficiencies on different age groups
  • The development of sustainable food systems

Which of the following terms is NOT explicitly mentioned as a major area of focus in the course schedule?

<p>Food Security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely purpose of including information about the "FIRST 1000 DAYS" in the course?

<p>To emphasize the impact of early childhood nutrition on long-term health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Public Health Nutrition

The branch of nutrition focused on promoting health through community-wide strategies.

Phases of Nutrition Cycle

The series of steps in Public Health Nutrition from assessment to intervention and evaluation.

Macronutrients

Nutrients needed in large amounts, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals required in smaller quantities for essential body functions.

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Nutrition through the Life Cycle

The study of how nutritional needs change at different life stages.

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Study Notes

Week 1: Introduction to Public Health Nutrition

  • Public health nutrition (PHN) definitions and differences from other types of nutrition
  • Objectives of PHN
  • Scope and concept of PHN
  • Roles of a public health nutritionist
  • Areas of public health nutrition
  • The PHN cycle

Week 2: Biomolecules of Food

  • Macronutrients
  • Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals)

Week 3: Dietary and Physical Activity Guidelines

Week 4 & 5: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle I & II

  • Nutrition definitions
  • First 1000 days of life
  • Nutrient needs of different groups throughout the life cycle
  • Nutritional functions and benefits of nutrients
  • Micronutrient deficiencies and disorders

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