Applied Nutrition
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The course aims to provide students with knowledge of the role of macro / micro-nutrients, fiber, and phytochemicals on the state of human health. The course also aims to provide students with the knowledge related to nutrient requirements in defined physiological states, and in particular human metabolic conditions with insights on the functional principles of some dietary styles and the consequent effects on the health of the human subject.
Finally, the course aims to provide students with the knowledge related to the current legislation in the field of nutritional labeling and the related EU legislation.
Finally, the course aims to provide students with the knowledge related to the current legislation in the field of nutritional labeling and the related EU legislation.
Expected learning outcomes
At the end of the course the students will be able to predict the effects that different diets can have on the human organism, with particular regard to nutritional needs at various stages of life. Students will be able to exploit the functional potential of food in the context of the daily diet and propose new formulations able to contribute to maintaining health status. At the end of the course the students will also be able to manage the nutritional information on the food label according to the current legislation.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
The lessons will take place remotely and in sync with the published didactic calendar using the Teams platform. It is also planned to carry out face-to-face lessons, always in accordance with the published calendar, to discuss any problems with students and provide any clarifications / insights.
Course syllabus
6 CFU of lectures are foreseen.
The role of epidemiology in defining the relationship between lifestyle, nutrition and health
Nutritional needs: (4.0 CFU)
Nutrient and energy reference levels for the Italian population (LARN) vs guidelines for a healthy diet
Nutrition in different age groups: children, adolescents, pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly
Food composition databases
The Mediterranean diet and the vegetarian diet
Vegan foods vs traditional foods
Food Law (2,0 CFU)
Novel foods: definition and regulation according to Reg 2283/2015
Nutrition and health claims based on Reg. 1924/2006
Analysis of the forms necessary to request a health claim authorization
Critical evaluation of the claims currently authorized and those rejected
Food labeling: commodity, nutritional and safety aspects according to Reg. 1169/2011
The role of epidemiology in defining the relationship between lifestyle, nutrition and health
Nutritional needs: (4.0 CFU)
Nutrient and energy reference levels for the Italian population (LARN) vs guidelines for a healthy diet
Nutrition in different age groups: children, adolescents, pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly
Food composition databases
The Mediterranean diet and the vegetarian diet
Vegan foods vs traditional foods
Food Law (2,0 CFU)
Novel foods: definition and regulation according to Reg 2283/2015
Nutrition and health claims based on Reg. 1924/2006
Analysis of the forms necessary to request a health claim authorization
Critical evaluation of the claims currently authorized and those rejected
Food labeling: commodity, nutritional and safety aspects according to Reg. 1169/2011
Prerequisites for admission
It is highly recommended having already the basic knowledge of human nutrition and biochemistry
Teaching methods
Lectures
Teaching Resources
Alimentazione e nutrizione umana - A. Mariani Costantini, C. Cannella, G. Tomassi - Il Pensiero Scientifico Editore, (Roma), 2006
LARN IV Edizione 2014, Società Italiana di Nutrizione Umana - SINU - www.sinu.it .Material provided by the teacher available on Ariel (SLIDES, LITERATURE WORKS, LESSON RECORDINGS YEAR 2020/2021
LARN IV Edizione 2014, Società Italiana di Nutrizione Umana - SINU - www.sinu.it .Material provided by the teacher available on Ariel (SLIDES, LITERATURE WORKS, LESSON RECORDINGS YEAR 2020/2021
Assessment methods and Criteria
The assessment of the actual achievement of the expected learning outcomes by the student takes place through an oral exam.
The following will be assessed: knowledge of the criteria used to estimate the nutritional needs of different population groups; the ability to compose a balanced diet by identifying the correct food sources; knowledge of the regulations in force intended to manage the nutritional information on food labels; knowledge of current legislation on novel food and functional foods; skills in managing a request for a health claim authorization.
To take the exam, you must register by the deadline set on UNIMIA (http://www.unimi.it/). The evaluation is expressed by means of a vote out of thirty. The grade is communicated to each individual student
The following will be assessed: knowledge of the criteria used to estimate the nutritional needs of different population groups; the ability to compose a balanced diet by identifying the correct food sources; knowledge of the regulations in force intended to manage the nutritional information on food labels; knowledge of current legislation on novel food and functional foods; skills in managing a request for a health claim authorization.
To take the exam, you must register by the deadline set on UNIMIA (http://www.unimi.it/). The evaluation is expressed by means of a vote out of thirty. The grade is communicated to each individual student
BIO/09 - PHYSIOLOGY - University credits: 6
Lessons: 48 hours
Professor(s)
Reception:
By appointment
Via Colombo n. 60-Milan
Reception:
Every day by appointment
Office: via Giuseppe Colombo 62, Building 21070, First Floor