Knowledge

The student...

can describe the factors that determine the total energy expenditure of an individual
can explain the function, needs, sources and metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins as well as know how alcohol is metabolized in the body
can describe national recommendations and the basis of the reccomended intake of total energy and the energizing nutrients and the micronutrients
can describe sources, intake in different groups, metabolism, functions, needs, content and utilization of the various vitamins and minerals
can give examples of the consequences of high and low intake of macro- and micronutrients
can give examples of groups who may need dietary supplements

Skills

The student...

can calculate energy needs for individuals and groups based on internationally accepted methods
can evaluate the nutrients and distribution of energy in a diet
can compare and consider the quality of a variety of dietary supplements

General competence

The student...

can discuss and exchange views on diets, physical activity and health in interdisciplinary groups

Subject description 7043

Basic Nutrition