This 10-hour distance-based course will provide Doctors of Chiropractic with the necessary information and practical skills relating to nutrition used as a support for the chiropractic care of their patients. The course uses interactive learning tools. The course is constructed to investigate the scientific support regarding nutritional recommendations and patient care. This course contains evaluative measures in the form of a secure online examination using multiple-choice questions, true/false, short answer and essay to evaluate learner outcomes. The learner is required to actively participate in two asynchronous class discussions. The exam requires a passing score of 75% or the student is instructed to do further study and retake the exam. The actual time the learner spends in the course is tracked electronically.

Course Outline:

Hour/Topic

1. Measurements of nutritional status

2. Carbohydrates and glycemic indexes

3. Protein and amino acids

4. Fats and fat metabolism

5. Vitamins

6. Minerals

7. Antioxidants

8. Glycosaminoglycans

9. Ergogenic aids

10. Nutritional support for injuries and healing

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