2018/2019

2020/2021

DM270

MED/49 ()

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, NEUROSCIENCE, EXPERIMENTAL AND FORENSIC MEDICINE

SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES

PERCORSO COMUNE

3°

(28/09/2020 - 04/06/2021)

3

24 lesson hours

Italian

WRITTEN AND ORAL TEST

FERRARIS CINZIA - 3 ECTS

No

The aim of the course is to provide the theoretical basis on correct nutrition in various physiological situations and during physical activity or sports practice. The methodologies for studying the state of nutrition are also explained with particular reference to the study of body composition. At the end of the course the student will be able to understand the nutritional needs of subjects in physiological conditions and provide the guidelines for adequate nutrition. The student will also have the tools to assess the need for referral to a nutrition specialist and to work in an interdisciplinary team.

Energy Components of energy expenditure ( basal metabolic rate, physical activity, thermogenesis) Measurements and estimates of daily energy expenditure
Macronutrients Introduction
Protein and amino acids Introduction . Protein nutritional quality. Protein needs and major sources of food protein in the diet
Carbohydrates Introduction. Carbohydrates in food; Glycemic index Carbohydrates needs and major sources of carbohydrates in the diet; dietary fiber
Dietary fat Introduction. Essential fatty acids. Dietary sources and metabolic effect of dietary fatty acids
Water Introduction. Water balance and needs
Minerals Macro and micro elements
Vitamins Introduction Water soluble and fat soluble vitamins
Food groups
Dietary References Intakes and Guidelines
Assessment of nutritional status Introduction. Dietary surveys. Antropometry. Body composition
Nutrition and sport

Frontal lessons

handouts

Oral examination

no