Main elements of education for proper nutrition in terms of health promotion. The main functions of the nutritional constituents of the diet and their distribution. Food groups and national and international guidelines.
Energy and nutrient distribution in the main physiological conditions (growth, pregnancy, breastfeeding, adulthood) and in some pathological conditions (obesity, bariatric surgery, main gastrointestinal diseases, main metabolic alterations, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, cancer).
Main dietary guidelines for athletes of various categories. Myths, legends and scientific evidence. The role of the kinesiologist.
Food supplements, functional foods and nutraceuticals in the general population and in athletes.
Food allergies and intolerances, myths and scientific evidence. Types of diets between trends and scientific evidence (vegetarian, vegan, ducan, blood group, zoned, intermittent fasting diets and others).
Malnutrition due to excess and deficiency. Eating disorders. Epidemiology of DCA in the sports world.
Waste and environmental protection. Sustainable nutrition, types of crops and impact on the environment. Legislation in terms of food labeling and certifications.
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