NS 3310

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NS 3310
Human Nutrition and Nutrient Metabolism

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024.

Examines the biochemical, physiological, molecular and genomic aspects of human nutrition. Covers the topics of food sources, digestion, metabolism and function of nutrients (i.e., carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, and minerals). Metabolic and chronic diseases related to nutrition are highlighted throughout the semester.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Not open to: first-year and sophomore students.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: BIOMG 3300 or BIOMG 3310, or NS 3200, or equivalent. Recommended prerequisite: NS 1150 or NS 1220.

Outcomes
  • Students should be able to describe: 1) dietary sources and functions of major nutrients, and how they are metabolized in the body; 2) nutrient requirements and consequences of deficiency; 3) effects of caloric restriction, genetic impairments, fasting/feeding, exercise, weight loss/gain and illness on metabolic pathways and fuel utilization; and 4) the relationships between nutrient intake and health outcomes.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 10074 NS 3310   LEC 001

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  • Prerequisite: Biochemistry (NS 3200, BIOMG 3300, or equivalent). Recommended: NS 1150 or NS 1220. Not open to: First-year students or Sophomores. NOTE: You must enroll in a discussion section to be auto-enrolled into the lecture. Please contact DNS Student Services dnsstudentservices@cornell.edu with any questions.

  • 10075 NS 3310   DIS 201

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  • Prerequisite: Biochemistry (NS 3200, BIOMG 3300, or equivalent). Recommended: NS 1150 or NS 1220. Not open to: First-year students or Sophomores. NOTE: You must enroll in a discussion section to be auto-enrolled into the lecture. Please contact DNS Student Services dnsstudentservices@cornell.edu with any questions.