FDSC 6220

FDSC 6220

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

Covers functional foods and nutraceuticals, bioactive compounds, antioxidants and dietary supplements, micronutrient fortification, and botanicals and herbs in disease prevention and health promotion. Emphasizes the mechanisms of action and scientific evidence of efficacy. Biomarkers, safety and efficacy testing, and regulations for functional foods and nutraceuticals are discussed.

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: basic biochemistry course or permission of instructor.

Comments Co-meets with FDSC 4220.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4220

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  1006 FDSC 6220   LEC 001

  • Prerequisite: Basic biochemistry course or permission of instructor.