Title: Module 1 Introduction
Course: PRN 0070 Basic Nutrition > Section: Module 1 Nutrition and Nutrients

Module Overview
This module will provide information on the basics of nutrition.  We will discuss the various food groups, how to utilize the MyPyramid for planning healthy eating, and how to read food labels.  We will also describe the serving sizes of food for each category.  This module will break down the necessary nutrients for life -- carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water.  You will learn to identify and describe ways that these nutrients are obtained through a healthy eating pattern and illnesses that many occur if these nutrients are not obtained.  Additional topics to be discuss include:  normal digestion, absorption, metabolism and how the body gains or loses energy for daily functioning.
The activities for this module are:  Assigned Textbook Readings, Discussion Forums, Module Exam and a Written Assignment.
Module Objectives
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to:
1. Name the six classes of essential nutrients.
2. Identify the three basic functions of nutrients in the body.
3. Review the use of the Food Guide Pyramid, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) in diet planning and assessment.
4. Discuss food labeling and explain how to read various labels to determine nutritional content.
5. Discuss cultural development of food habits.
6. Describe social, psychological, and economic influences on food habits.
7. Describe vegetarian diets.