FN 4250 - Sports Nutrition

Credits: 3

Description: Develop an understanding of how macronutrient and micronutrient intake and metabolism fuels the body and affects performance at all levels of activity. Determine energy, protein, and fluid needs using evidenced-based equations. Discuss the appropriate use of supplementation in active and athletic people based on current scientific research. Identify and analyze current myths and controversies associated with sports nutrition. Prerequisite: FN 2070 or consent of the instructor. Approved for Distance Education.

Prerequisite(s): FN 2070 or consent of the instructor.