EXSC 212 - Nutrition in Exercise and Sport

3 cr.

(Prerequisites: EXSC 210 or CHEM 112-113, and one of the following NUTR 110, NUTR 220 or BIOL 255 or permission of instructor)

Role of nutrients in optimizing human performance. Consideration of caloric and nutrient exercise requirements, gender-specific needs, weight loss/eating disorders, and nutritional ergogenic aids. Includes service-learning component.