Title: Nutrition Throughout the LIfe Cycle
Course: DES 2710 General and Oral Nutrition > Section: Module Nine

Introduction

This module takes us on a journey of life from pregnancy to the elderly.  Each of these groups have specific nutritional concerns that affect growth, development and maintenance of oral and systemic health. A mothers nutrition during pregnancy can have lifelong effects on the health of their child.

A balanced, nutritious diet that controls the intake of fermentable carbohydrates is important for the growth and development of the child from infancy through adolescence and into young adulthood.  The older adult is faced with specific challenges that often stem from earlier nutritional inadequacies and excesses.

You will have an opportunity to work with your classmates on a project that addresses concerns for a selected population that is specific to their individual needs. An exploration of the eating disorders that can affect adolescent females will be part of your journey through the lifecycle.

Objectives

- Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:
- Discuss nutritional issues and oral health throughout the life cycle
- Discuss dietary measures that may prevent or delay the onset of chronic disease as well as oral diseases
- Explain dietary goals for people with chronic disease such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease and how they might impact oral health.
- Understand and use the key terms related to the chapters.

Readings and Resources

Readings include the chapters from the book and those assigned by the instructor.

Chapters 12, 13, and 14 in the textbook.

Assignments

- Complete Readings
- Begin Team Project