First Semester

The purpose of this course is

Purpose of the course

Examining the interrelationships of physiology, biochemistry and nutrition as related to medical nutrition therapy. Eating disorders. Non communicable diseases; diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disorders, weight disorders, burns and trauma, surgical, hepatic, biliary diseases and cancer. Field Visits; 6 hour weekly visits to a health facility for hands on management of diseases listed above.


Purpose of the course

To explore the various forms of wastes associated with food industries and describe ways in which the wastes can be managed to ensure environmental sustainability.