KHP 4411 - Vitamin/Mineral Metabolism

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course examines fat- and water-soluble vitamins and minerals in metabolic pathways of the body based on function or biochemical and physiological activity. The course will cover dietary sources, absorption, storage, metabolism, biochemistry, deficiency and toxicity of individual nutrients in the context of the DRIs. Some emphasis will be given to alterations of micronutrient metabolism in disease, and selected lifecycle conditions.
Prerequisite(s): Grade C or better in KHP 2211 , BIO 2220 , BIO 3347 , CHM 3342 , KHP 3317