TransfermaticNUTR at El Camino College

    NUTR 150 - Food and Culture

    Recent Professors
    Jill K. Gray
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of NUTR 150
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course explores the origins of foods, health beliefs and practices, and preparation techniques customary to a variety of cultures. The course also investigates the social, religious, and therapeutic uses of foods and studies the influence on contemporary food habits in the United States. Students will analyze food access and nutritional status of diverse populations, and discuss global and local efforts made to reduce hunger and create social change. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 10:30am–11:55am