This course examines the field of nutrigenomics as well as its relationship to both metabolism and the epigenome. It covers what is known about the effects of an individual’s genetic variants on their use of nutrients and how that affects their overall health. Because nutrition is linked closely to metabolism, this course also explores how genetic, dietary, and other environmental factors interact to influence the metabolic processes that occur in the body. This course will also explore how dietary and environmental influences are capable of altering or introducing epigenetic modifications, which can affect gene expression patterns. After successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of nutrigenomics and its relationship to metabolic processes and epigenetic modifications.
Elective Courses: 4.0 quarter-credit hours required. Each elective course is 1.0 credit. Not all electives are offered every quarter.