Introductory Human Nutrition (NU-0101)

Spring 2026 · NU 0101 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

To provide an understanding of basic nutrition science to non-science majors and students with a limited scientific background. Students will become familiar with: the principles of diet planning, government standards, and food labeling; the biological functions and food sources of each nutrient; energy balance, weight management, and physical activity; the role of nutrition in chronic disease development; nutrition throughout the life cycle; food safety issues; and current nutrition-related controversies. This course meets the science requirement for undergraduate non-science majors. It is not acceptable for biology credit for biology majors.

Course codes: NU-0101, NU 0101, NU0101, NU-101, NU 101, NU101

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