NS 631
Micronutrients: Function, Homeostasis, and Assessment
Fall. 2–4 credits. Prerequisites: intro biochemistry and NS 331 (or equivalent) or permission of instructor. S-U or letter grades. C. McCormick, K. O’Brien, R. Parker, and P. Stover.
Advanced course in nutrition that focuses on the function, homeostasis, and metabolism of the principal dietary micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). It expands on the principles of nutritional biochemistry provided in introductory courses. One goal is to provide the scientific basis and rationale for recommended Dietary Reference Intakes. The course will draw on primary literature of both past and contemporary research. This course is divided into two parts: minerals and vitamins (each for 2 credits) during the first and second 7-week periods, respectively.