Digestion is defined as the process in the gastrointestinal tract by which food is broken up physically through the action of the teeth and chemically, via enzymes and finally converted…

METABOLISM: encompasses all chemical changes occurring in living organisms. What is a metabolic pathway? It describes a series of chemical reactions where something is either broken down from a large…

Water is a vital nutrient needed by the body on a daily basis and is absolutely essential to life. The body is made up of approximately 75% of water. Signs…

Food labeling laws in South Africa are some of the best labelling laws in the world. Since 2010 the Department of Health instituted that all products produced or imported and…

Vitamins and minerals are known as micronutrients as they are required in smaller amounts. They are found in different concentrations in different foods. They are most common in vegetables and…

Carbohydrates are always carbon, oxygen and hydrogen containing molecules. They vary in structure and can be easily classified into simple carbohydrates or complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates are easily absorbed and…

The main function of protein in the diet is to perform repair of body tissues and structures. They are also vital in the formation of enzymes and hormones. They can…

Lipids come in three main forms: 1. Triglycerides (food & storage format) 2. Phospholipids 3. Sterols Fatty Acids are always defined by the degree of saturation, where more hydrogen bonds…

  Food Intolerances and Allergies Many people would assume intolerances and allergies mean the same thing, however they are in fact different. A food intolerance is an inability to eat…

Portion Control Portion control is essential to any healthy eating plan. Macronutrients should ideally be in the following proportions, always depending on an individual needs and requirements: Carbohydrates: 45 –…

This course will give you a very good basic grounding into nutritional science. By using these principals, you will be able to assist your client to use both exercise and…

Supplementation is a commonly debated topic but not everyone needs to be supplemented. A supplement is something added to something else in order to complete or enhance it. In the…