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Lecture notes are based on the Understanding Nutrition, 9th. Edition, by Whitney and Rolfes textbook.

Note: Lecture Notes are posted during terms that I am teaching sections of Biology 130. Illustrations used in lecture notes are from texts adopted, and used by permission only for illustrating these lecture notes for registered students.

Introduction

Nutrition Guidelines

The Human Body

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management Issues

Nutrition and Fitness

Vitamins

Minerals

Supplements, Phytochemicals and Functional Foods

Nutrition and Health

Food and Consumer Issues

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