NSC455
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NSC455 - Study Abroad: The Mediterranean Diet and Health
Course ID
036758
Course Description
The Mediterranean dietary pattern has a well-established beneficial role in health promotion. Epidemiologic studies reveal the protective role of adherence to this pattern on overall cancer incidence and mortality, prevention of obesity, type II diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. On November 17, 2010, UNESCO recognized this diet pattern as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Italy, Greece, Spain and Morocco, thus recognizing this Mediterranean component of life style as a contribution to the world. Objectives of this Summer Program include:
1) Provide students with information about the health benefits of foods associated with a Mediterranean diet and for the prevention of chronic diseases;
2) Review and discuss the influence of bioactive compounds present in Mediterranean foods on metabolic pathways;
3) Provide students with an opportunity to learn about the food industry in Italy and Mediterranean area;
4) Acquire hands-on experience with food preparation;
5) Experience the cultural diversity of Italy and influence of Mediterranean culture.
1) Provide students with information about the health benefits of foods associated with a Mediterranean diet and for the prevention of chronic diseases;
2) Review and discuss the influence of bioactive compounds present in Mediterranean foods on metabolic pathways;
3) Provide students with an opportunity to learn about the food industry in Italy and Mediterranean area;
4) Acquire hands-on experience with food preparation;
5) Experience the cultural diversity of Italy and influence of Mediterranean culture.
Min Units
6
Max Units
6
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Course Requisites
NSC 101.
May be convened with
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No