NS 4310

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NS 4310
Mineral Nutrition and Chronic Disease

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2016-2017.

Evaluate the evidence from primary literature that dietary calcium, sodium, and iron play an important role in the development of osteoporosis, hypertension, and anemia, respectively. An additional goal of the course is to review the molecular processes that are involved in the homeostasis of each mineral and the recommendations for daily nutrient intakes. Class discussion of key research articles is conducted and evaluated.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Recommended prerequisite: NS 3310.

Outcomes
  • Describe experimental evidence (and strategies) regarding the relationship between diet and the chronic diseases, osteoporosis and hypertension.
  • Describe how homeostasis of calcium, sodium and iron is achieved.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14116 NS 4310   LEC 001

  • Preferred prerequisite: NS 3310.

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