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Nutrition and Dietetics

Nutrition and Dietetics explores the science of food, the nutrients necessary for health, and the physiological means by which we consume and utilize food substances. This includes dietary analysis and planning, the role of nutrition in health and disease, and the principles of dietary modifications for various conditions.
Sub-categories:

Focus on the major nutrient groups that provide energy: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, including their role in physical health and metabolism.

Explore vitamins and minerals required in small quantities for various bodily functions and maintaining good health.

Study internationally recognized dietary recommendations and food guidelines to promote healthy eating patterns.

Understand the dietary needs for athletic performance and the importance of nutrients in physical activity.

Examine the therapeutic approaches to treating and managing diseases through diet, including meal planning for medical conditions.

Assess the unique nutritional needs and considerations for infants, children, and adolescents for optimal growth and development.

Focus on dietary needs specific to older adults, aiming to address age-related changes and promote longevity and quality of life.

Evaluate the nutritional needs of various populations and work towards improving dietary choices through public health initiatives.

Study the practices necessary to ensure food is safe to eat, preventing foodborne illnesses and contamination.

Investigate foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition and the role of bioactive compounds in health and disease prevention.

Learn methods to assess and monitor nutritional status using dietary surveys, anthropometric measurements, and biochemical indicators.

Understand the factors contributing to obesity and strategies for weight loss, including dietary approaches and lifestyle changes.

Study the psychological and nutritional aspects of eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorders.

Explore the use, regulation, and health claims of dietary supplements and their roles in supplementing the daily diet.

Focus on improving population health through nutrition education, policy-making, and research on a large scale.

Examine the health implications, benefits, and challenges of vegetarian and vegan diets, as well as the importance of balanced nutrition from plant sources.