FNUT 3759 - Advanced Nutrition
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 40869,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Zara Rowlands
Professional Qualifications:
PhD, Dietetics and Nutrition, Florida International University, Miami, FL (2003)
MS, Nutritional Sciences, Howard University, Washington, DC (1995)
Dietetics Supervised Practice (1993-1995)
BS, Human Nutrition, Howard University, Washington, DC (1991)
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (1995 – present)
Email: zcshah@ysu.edu
Office: Cushwa 1114
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Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required |
Required Text: Gropper, Smith and Groff, Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, latest edition
Current articles and media content links relevant to the course content will be posted to the Blackboard Course Site.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Day | Date | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8/24 | Review of Biochem & Physiology handout | Review of Human Physiology and Biochemistry | |
| Wed | 8/26 | Chapter 1 - The Eukaryotic Cell | Cell membrane & differentiation | |
| Mon | 8/31 | Chapter 1 - The Eukaryotic Cell | Cell organelles, functions and repair/replacement | |
| Wed | 9/2 | Chapter 2 - Digestion | The digestive tract and interaction with food | |
| Mon | 9/7 | Labor Day holiday | ||
| Wed | 9/9 | Chapter 2 - Digestion | Nutrient extraction, absorption, transport | |
| Mon | 9/14 | Chapter 2 - Digestion | The gut biome and impact on nutrition status | |
| Wed | 9/16 | Chapter 2 - Digestion | Diseases that affect digestion and nutrient uptake. The accessory organs of digestion | |
| Mon | 9/21 | Chapter 4 - Carbohydrates | Digestible carbohydrates, digestion and absorption | |
| Wed | 9/23 | Chapter 5 - Fiber | Indigestible carbs, prebiotics and probiotics | |
| Mon | 9/28 | Chapter 6 - Lipids | Lipid types, sources, digestion, absorption | |
| Wed | 9/30 | Chapter 6 - Lipids | Lipid metabolism, diseases and therapeutic use of lipids | |
| Mon | 10/5 | Chapter 7 - Proteins | Protein sources, digestion, absorption | |
| Wed | 10/7 | Chapter 7 - Proteins | Amino acids, metabolism and inborn errors of metabolism | |
| Mon | 10/12 | Chapter 8 - Integration of Metabolism | Carbs, Proteins & Lipids interrelationships as fuel sources & complexes | |
| Wed | 10/14 | Exam 2 | Exam in Class | |
| Mon | 10/19 | Chapter 3 - Energy | Macronutrient use and storage | |
| Wed | 10/21 | Chapter 3 - Energy | Homeostatic mechanism, hormone shifts and macronutrient usage | |
| Mon | 10/26 | Chapter 9 - Vitamins - Water soluble | Sources, absorption, metabolic functions, homeostasis of water soluble vitamins | |
| Wed | 10/28 | Chapter 10 - Fat Soluble Vitamins | Sources, functions, homeostasis and toxicity | |
| Mon | 11/2 | Chapter 11 - Macro-Minerals | Sources, absorption, and physiological roles | |
| Wed | 11/4 | Exam 3 | Exam in Class | |
| Mon | 11/9 | Chapter 12 - Micro and Trace Minerals | Micro & Trace minerals, roles in metabolism and homeostasis | |
| Wed | 11/11 | Veteran's Day holiday | ||
| Mon | 11/16 | Chapter 14 - Water & Electrolytes | Fluid homeostasis, electrolytes, acid-base balance | |
| Wed | 11/18 | Metabolic Assignment due | Class presentations | |
| Mon | 11/23 | Posted Readings - Intersection of Pharmacology & Nutrition | Posted Readings - Drug Metabolism and Drug/food/nutrient interactions | |
| Wed | 11/25 | Thanksgiving Break | No Classes | |
| Mon | 11/30 | Posted Readings - Supplements | Safety & Efficacy of Supplements | |
| Wed | 12/2 | Posted Readings - Phyto- and Zoochemicals | Food compoments, not considered nutrients, with metabolic activity | |
| Mon | 12/7 | Office Hours available for review | ||
| Wed | 12/9 | Final Exam | Final Exam |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.