1014711 - FITOTERAPIA ALIMENTAZIONE E NUTRIZIONE UMANA
Module 1014713 - ALIMENTAZIONE E NUTRIZIONE UMANA

The course aims to provide the basic notions of human nutrition, with specific reference to the main characteristics of foods, the nutritional principles and their digestion, absorption and metabolism. In consideration of the professional activity of the herbalist, the issues related to dietary supplements, nutraceuticals and herbal products will also be addressed.

Frontal lessons or remote lessons should the conditions require it. Should teaching be carried out in mixed mode or remotely, it may be necessary to introduce changes with respect to previous statements, in line with the programme planned and outlined in the syllabus.

To guarantee equal opportunities and in compliance with the laws in force, students can ask for a personal interview in order to plan compensatory and / or dispensatory requests, based on the didactic objectives and specific needs.

It is also possible to contact the Department CInAP (Center for Active and Participated Integration - Services for Disabilities and / or SLD) referee, Prof. Teresa Musumeci.

Mandatory

• Nutrition and global health
• Mediterranean diet
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome: epidemiology and etiopathology
• Nutritive principles: lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, mineral salts
• Meat (beef, pork, sheep, horse) and fishery products
• Milk and derivatives
• The eggs
• Vegetable
• Cereals and derivatives
• Legumes and nuts
• Fruit and vegetables
• Water
• Alcohol
• Food supplements
• Digestion-absorption and nutrient metabolism
• Metabolism, energy balance. Physical activity
• Polyphenols
• Diet and inflammation
• Nutraceutical and herbal products

Slides and scientific documents provided during the lectures.

Written and oral exam. Verification of learning can also be carried out in remote, should the conditions require it.