NUTR 249 - PLANT-BASED NUTRITION

    Recent Professors
    Elisabeth Deswart
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    45 students
    Difficulty
    6.7Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Identifies the science and history of plant-based nutrition, health promotion, and environmental sustainability. Examines the sources and functions of plant phytonutrients and fibers, and how the body utilizes and benefits from them. Describes how food choice can promote sustainable food industry, public policy, health, and equity. Explores plant-based sustainable eating from meal planning to shopping, storage, and preparation.