NF 25 - Introduction to Nutrition Science

    Recent Professors
    Laura Roy, Venus Glo Manguiat, Kylie Leeper, Julianne Fantazia, Tammy Basile, Catherine Ko, Samy Elcott, Jean Metter
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    35–36 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of NF 25
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area E
    Description
    Scientific concepts of nutrition related to the function of nutrients in basic life processes and current health issues with emphasis on dietary requirements of the individual. Students will explore scientific inquiry and apply critical thinking and scientific principles to analyze and evaluate nutrition information while learning foundational principles of nutrition science. Integrates concepts from biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, anatomy, and psychology to learn about the interactions between dietary intake and the human body. Topics include functions and sources of nutrients; Dietary Guidelines and current nutrition recommendations; digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients; and health, fitness, and disease. Students will utilize an information database to analyze dietary intake.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:30pm–3:35pm, Mon 1:30pm–3:35pm, Mon Wed 7:50am–9:20am, Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm