If you do well in this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the six major nutrient classes and state their function.
• Describe the role of energy nutrients in the diets.
• Fats
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• List the water and fat soluble vitamins, their functions, and major food sources.
• Describe the functions of fiber and other non-nutrient components of the diet and their role in health promotion.
• Describe symptoms of the most common nutritional deficiencies.
• Describe the processes of digestion, absorption, and metabolism of the major energy nutrients.
• Assess the adequacy of various nutrients in an individual's diet based on the RDAs and DRIs.
• Understand the foundation for planning a healthy diet.
• Use a computer nutritional analysis program to evaluate their diet.
• Interpret the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and ChooseMyPlate.gov Guildlines.