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£197.00
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Course Description:
This comprehensive course covers the essential aspects of nutrition, from the fundamentals of healthy eating to advanced strategies for optimising nutrition for weight management, performance, and longevity. Divided into nine engaging modules, you’ll explore how nutrition plays a crucial role in achieving health and fitness goals, managing body composition, and supporting mental well-being.
By the end of the course, you will have a deep understanding of:
- The key principles of nutrition and how to apply them in real-world scenarios
- How to optimise nutrition for endurance, strength, and recovery
- Effective strategies for managing weight and improving body composition
- The role of nutrition in mental health, longevity, and disease prevention
- How to create personalised meal plans for clients and athletes
Course Modules
Module 1: The Basics of Healthy Eating
Gain a solid understanding of the core principles of nutrition and learn how to build a healthy diet that suits your needs.
- Components of a healthy diet
- Whole foods and nutrient density
- Moderation and portion control
- The role of meal planning
- Customising a healthy diet
- Building healthy eating habits
- The connection between diet and health
Module 2: Foundations of Nutrition
Dive into the essential nutrients that fuel the body and support optimal health and performance.
- Introduction to macronutrients: carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
- Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals
- Hydration and its impact on performance
- Energy balance and metabolism
- Dietary guidelines and debunking nutritional myths
Module 3: Nutrition for Health and Longevity
Explore how nutrition impacts overall health, longevity, and disease prevention.
- The role of nutrition in disease prevention
- Gut health: The link between diet and digestion
- Anti-inflammatory foods and their benefits
- Nutrition for a strong immune system
- Plant-based nutrition: Health and sustainability
Module 4: Nutrition for Physical Performance
Learn how to optimise nutrition for enhancing physical fitness and athletic performance.
- Fueling for endurance sports
- Nutrition for strength and power athletes
- Pre- and post-workout nutrition
- The role of supplements in performance
- The science of recovery and rebuilding through food
Module 5: Nutrition for Weight Management
Master the principles of nutrition for effective weight loss and muscle gain.
- Understanding caloric deficits for fat loss
- Protein requirements and meal timing for building muscle
- Effective meal planning for weight management
- Tracking macros and calories for body composition
- Common weight loss pitfalls and how to avoid them
Module 6: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating Behaviours
Develop a deeper understanding of eating disorders and strategies to manage and support recovery.
- Recognising eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder
- Binge eating disorder: Causes, effects, and management
- Disordered eating vs. eating disorders
- The role of nutrition in eating disorder recovery
- Promoting healthy relationships with food and body image
Module 7: Specialised Diets and Performance
Examine popular diets and how they impact health and performance.
- The ketogenic diet: Benefits and risks
- Intermittent fasting: How it works and who it’s for
- Vegan and vegetarian diets for athletes
- Low carb vs. high carb for performance
- Personalising nutrition for your body
Module 8: Nutrition for Mental Health and Wellbeing
Discover how diet can support mental health and cognitive performance.
- The gut-brain connection: How food affects mood
- Brain-boosting foods for focus and clarity
- Omega-3s and fatty acids in mental health
- Managing stress and anxiety through nutrition
- Mindful eating: Improving your relationship with food
Module 9: Practical Application of Nutrition Knowledge
Apply your nutrition knowledge in real-world scenarios, helping others achieve their goals.
- Creating personalised meal plans for health and performance
- Nutritional coaching: Guiding others to better health
- How to read food labels and make informed choices
- Meal prep and cooking for a busy lifestyle
- Evaluating diet trends and making informed decisions