NUTR09035 2022 Nutrition through the Life Stages
Full Title
Nutrition through the Life Stages
Transcript Title
Nutrition through Life Stages
Code
NUTR09035
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
NUTR - Nutrition
Department
HEAL - Health & Nutritional Sciences
Level
09 - Level 9
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Gemma McMonagle, Thomas Smyth, Gemma McMonagle, Irina Uzhova
Programme Membership
SG_SFNPD_M09 202200 Master of Science in Food and Nutritional Product Development
Description
Throughout this module the learners will explore the key nutrition concepts, physiological principles, nutritional needs and recommendations for different groups of population at the various stages of life including preconception, pregnancy, lactation, infancy, preschool and school-age, adolescents, adults, the elderly and specific groups such as those intolerant to gluten.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Understand nutritional requirements and importance of nutrition during different stages of the life cycle
2.
Apply current nutritional guidelines to propose the appropriate strategy to combat nutrition problem in a context of a given life stage
3.
Reflect upon the various factors including financial, social and environmental circumstances impacting diet and nutritional intake of a population group during particular stage of the life cycle
4.
Discuss how the nutrition-related issues specific to each stage of the life cycle relate to health and disease development
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be delivered through a 2 hour weekly lecture. In addition, the learner will be expected to allocate an additional 5 hours per week for continuous assessment and further reading.
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 100% continuous assessment, learning outcomes for this module will be assessed through a report, presentation and a case study focused on particular nutrition related issues/ stages in the life cycle.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat continuous assessment if required.
Indicative Syllabus
LO 1) Understand nutritional requirements and importance of nutrition during different stages of the life cycle (pre-conception, pregnancy, lactation, infancy, preschool and childhood, adolescence, adulthood / late adulthood)
Students will learn and expect to understand:
- principles of science of nutrition and key nutrition concepts
- nutrients and dietary recommendations from pre-conception to late adulthood (e.g. Dietary Reference Values)
- age related physiological changes throughout the life cycle
- nutritional needs of specific groups such as those intolerant to gluten.
LO 2) Apply current nutritional guidelines to propose the appropriate strategy to combat nutrition problem in a context of a given life stage.
Students will become familiar and appraise:
- current nutritional guidelines used in Ireland and EU to combat key nutrition related problems throughout the life cycle e.g. nutrient deficiency.
- key nutrients of concern for specific age groups in the context of relevant case studies.
LO 3) Reflect upon the various factors including financial, social and environmental circumstances impacting diet and nutritional intake of a population group during particular stage of the life cycle.
Students will understand and discuss:
- factors (e.g. individual, socioeconomic, environmental) influencing the diet and nutritional status of sub-population groups throughout the life cycle with reference to the relevant up to date literature in the area.
LO 4) Discuss how the nutrition-related issues specific to each stage of the life cycle relate to health and disease development.
Students will discuss and required to critically appraise in the context of the evidence base:
- common nutrition related issues at each stage of the life cycle (e.g. childhood obesity, iron deficiency anaemia among women of reproductive age, non-communicable diseases among adults, osteoporosis and age-related neurodegenerative diseases among elderly)
- nutrient – disease relationship and the role of nutrients in the disease development and progression (e.g. the importance of folate in foetal development, saturated fat and cardiovascular disease).
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Report | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 25 % | Any | 1,3 |
| 2 | Presentation based on report | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 25 % | Any | 1,3 |
| 3 | Case study | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 50 % | Any | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | Self-directed | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2019-01-04 Nutrition Through the Life Cycle Cengage Learning
ISBN 1337919330 ISBN-13 9781337919333
2019-01-04 Nutrition Through the Life Cycle Cengage Learning
ISBN 1337919330 ISBN-13 9781337919333
Written by one of the most influential and respected authors in the field, Brown's Nutrition Through the Life Cycle, Seventh Edition, illustrates how nutrition impacts healthy people as they grow, develop and function through the stages of life. Featuring a vibrant full-color design, it is packed with illustrations that make abstract ideas easy to visualize. Using a unique layered approach, the book progresses from preconception to the end stages of the life cycle--alternating chapters between normal and clinical nutrition to give the complete picture of each topic. Insight from leading experts and the latest research is interwoven into comprehensive coverage of nutritional needs, nutrition and disease outcomes, model programs, healthful diets, gene variants, nutrient-gene interactions and more. Case studies offer further insight into real-world clinical applications and care standards. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Required Reading
2019-12-23 Introduction to Human Nutrition John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 9781119476979 ISBN-13 1119476976
2019-12-23 Introduction to Human Nutrition John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 9781119476979 ISBN-13 1119476976
Now in its third edition, the best-selling Introduction to Human Nutrition continues to foster an integrated, broad knowledge of the discipline and presents the fundamental principles of nutrition science in an accessible way. With up-to-date coverage of a range of topics from food composition and dietary reference standards to phytochemicals and contemporary challenges of global food safety, this comprehensive text encourages students to think critically about the many factors and influences of human nutrition and health outcomes. Offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective on food and nutrition Covers nutrition and metabolism of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and vitamins and minerals Explores new developments in functional foods, supplements and food fortification, and future challenges for nutrition research and practice Explains the digestion, absorption, circulatory transport, and cellular uptake of nutrients Demonstrates the structure and characteristics of nutrients, and the relationship with disease prevention A primary text in nutritional science classes worldwide, Introduction to Human Nutrition is a vital resource for students in areas of nutrition, dietetics, and related subjects that involve principles of nutrition science.
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
- Brown, JE, Isaacs, JS, Krinke, UB, Lechtenberg, E, Murtaugh, MA, Sharbaugh, C, Splett, PL, Stang, J, Wooldridge, NH (2018) Nutrition through the lifecycle. 7th Edition. Cengage Learning.
- Lanham-New, SA, Hill, TR, Gallagher, AM, Vorster, HH (2019) Introduction to Human Nutrition. 3rd Edition. Wiley-Blackwell.
- Gandy J (2019) Manual of Dietetic Practice. 6th Ed. Blackwell Publishing.
Journal Resources
The Journal of Nutrition
British Journal of Nutrition
Public Health Nutrition
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
URL Resources
SafeFood - https://www.safefood.net/
Food Safety Authority of Ireland - https://www.fsai.ie/
Healthy Ireland - https://health.gov.ie/healthy-ireland/
Other Resources
Additional Information