The nutrients our bodies use fall into two major categories: macronutrients and micronutrients. In this course, you will investigate carbohydrates — one of three macronutrients and the one that comprises the majority of all calories we consume. You will explore what carbohydrates are, why we need them, and how their energy is transformed and stored in our bodies. As the processing of carbohydrates results in glucose, you will also consider two conditions that can arise when the body cannot appropriately regulate glucose levels: diabetes and hypoglycemia.
 

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Course Length
3 weeks
Effort
3 to 5 hours of study per week
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100% online, instructor-led
  • Nutrition, health, and wellness professionals looking to gain a stronger understanding of the science of nutrition
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  • Anyone interested in nutrition, weight loss, diet, and exercise
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