Prerequisite: SAR HS201 or SAR HS251. Students will conduct a detailed "aisle by aisle" review of foods available in today's marketplace with special attention to functional foods. Students will gain an understanding of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act and become familiar with methods for evaluating dietary supplements with regards to product quality, safety and effectiveness. The influence of nutrition marketing on consumer purchasing patterns will be explored. Students will apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course by comparing the nutrient content of specific foods and dietary supplements to the nutrient needs of consumers according to the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI). The role of nutrients, foods, supplements, and dietary patterns in the promotion, prevention and treatment of several chronic diseases will also be explored.

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