Nutrition for Life
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It is never too late for some self-help in reducing or eliminating the causes and symptoms of stress and ill health. Medication doesn't always have all the solutions, and no medication comes without side effects, some of which create added health problems.
All we need to know is which nutrients the body needs, in what balance and how they work for us. We can then learn how to use them effectively and how to get the most from our food. Then at least we can give our ourselves a kick-start towards improved health and energy. It is never too late to do this, and sometimes just a small change in the diet can bring amazing results.
This course provides an insight into the many different nutrients in food which form the foundation of good health, energy and vitality. It guides in getting the best from our food, not only in our personal food choices, but in the way we eat and treat our food. It delves into health issues which are diet-related, and others which could be prevented or the symptoms greatly relieved by a change in diet and lifestyle. It emphasises the healing properties of foods and the right sort of diet for specific ailments.
For anyone and everyone, this course provides all you need to know to start on your path towards healthy eating, improved health and less stress. It also provides positive ideas for some healthy lifestyle changes to support a healthy diet in improving health, well-being and overall quality of life.
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Self-study distance-learning course, with tutor guidance, leading to Diploma in Nutrition.
COURSE CONTENT:
Module 1
♦ dietary healing
♦ 21st century malnutrition
♦ 21st century nutrition
♦ diet-related diseases
♦ the digestive system
♦ digestion, absorption, circulation, elimination
♦ the body cell
Module 2
♦ our senses start the digestive process
♦ the importance of chewing
♦ from mouth to stomach
♦ the stomach
♦ hydrochloric acid
♦ stomach to intestines
♦ enzymes - the key to life
♦ essential nutrients
♦ carbohydrates
Module 3
♦ fats
♦ essential fatty acids
♦ proteins
♦ fruit & vegetables
♦ organic food
Module 4
♦ vitamins A, D, E, K
♦ vitamin C
♦ vitamin B-complex
♦ macrominerals
♦ microminerals
Module 5
♦ water
♦ fibre
♦ phytonutrients
♦ antioxidants
♦ to supplement or not
♦ probiotics & prebiotics
Module 6
♦ the healthy liver
♦ your health is in your hands
♦ informed food choices
♦ food abuse
♦ detoxification
♦ preventing food poisoning
Module 7
♦ stress
♦ cortisol - our stress hormone
♦ long-term stress relief
♦ balancing blood sugar
♦ hypoglycaemia
♦ food cravings
Module 8
♦ weight control
♦ foods to reduce or avoid
♦ stimulants: caffeine, sugar, alcohol, smoking
♦ sodium/potassium balance
♦ food intolerances
Module 9
♦ milk
♦ wheat
♦ constipation
♦ indigestion
♦ immune defence system
♦ inflammatory conditions
♦ candidiasis
♦ high cholesterol
Module 10
♦ atherosclerosis
♦ cancer
♦ good food habits in
♦ bad food habits out
♦ healing power of colours in food
♦ getting the most from food
♦ benefits of healthy eating
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