FSN 109 - Basic Nutrition for Health

    Recent Professors
    Christine M. Bisson, Chantal Gariepy, Samantha R. Lalush, Elizabeth G. Parker
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    25–30 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FSN 109
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    An overview of basic nutrition which emphasizes the application of nutrition science to consumer choices for improved health, fitness, and disease prevention. Individuals will assess their own diet quality and will learn to select diets appropriate to their individual lifestyles, inherited health risks, tastes, and needs at all stages of the life cycle. The course examines current controversies and claims to distinguish fact from fallacy and assists in adapting research on diet and health to individual needs. The course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for FCS 109.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 2:15pm–3:35pm, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:50am