Introduction to Human Nutrition and Food

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of the evidence based Australian dietary and nutritional recommendations for adults;
2. Describe the sources, role and function of the macronutrients (protein, fat and carbohydrate), key micronutrients, fibre and fluid, as well as the digestion, absorption and metabolism of the macronutrients;
3. Describe the concept of energy balance and the role of diet in maintaining this balance; and
4. Apply appropriate academic communication skills relevant to nutrition and food.