Course Content
Nutrition and Weight Management
Unit 1: Introduction to the FSSA Councils, Nutrition for sports, exercise and weight management Distance Learning Course
Chapter 1: Introduction
Unit 2: What influences our eating?
Chapter 1: Habit
Chapter 2: Social influences
Chapter 3: Psychological influences
Chapter 4: sensory and physiological influences
Unit 3: Introduction to nutrition principles
Chapter 1: A balanced diet
Chapter 2: The process of digestion
Unit 4: Proteins
Chapter 1: The structure of protein
Chapter 2: What proteins do and where they come from
Chapter 3: Protein requirements
Chapter 4: Digestion and absorption of proteins
Unit 5: Fats
Chapter 1: Composition of fats
Chapter 2: What fat does and where it comes from
Chapter 3: How much fat do we require?
Chapter 4: Digestion and absorption of fat
Chapter 5: Fat transportation and cholesterol
Unit 6: Carbohydrates
Chapter 1: What are carbohydrates?
Chapter 2: What carbohydrates do
Chapter 3: Understanding the glycaemic index
Chapter 4: Guidelines for carbohydrate requirements
Chapter 5: Digesting and absorbing carbohydrates
Unit 7: Micronutrients
Chapter 1: Introduction to DRVs and micronutrients
Chapter 2: Antioxidants
Chapter 3: Fat soluble vitamins
Chapter 4: Water-soluble vitamins
Chapter 5: Minerals
Unit 8: Fluids
Chapter 1: Water
Chapter 2: Alcohol
Chapter 3: Caffeine
Unit 9: Energy balance
Chapter 1: Energy balance
Chapter 2: Calculating energy expenditure
Chapter 3: Putting it all together
Unit 10: Exercise and weight management
Chapter 1: Exercise and activity in weight management
Chapter 2: Measuring and monitoring changes
Unit 11: Food labelling
Chapter 1: Food labels
Unit 12: Working with clients
Chapter 1: Working with clients
Unit 13: Nutrition for sports and exercise
Chapter 1: Nutrition supplements and ergogenic aids
Chapter 2: Dietary supplements
Chapter 3: Supplements for improving strength and power
Chapter 4: Performance enhancing supplements
Chapter 5: Other dietary supplements and supplement evaluation
Dietary Guidelines for Indians (Complimentary Module)
Introduction
Current Diet & Nutrition Scenario
Dietary Goals
Guidelines
Annexxures
Keto Diet
Module 1: Nutrients for a Healthy Diet
Part 1: Macronutrients
Part 2 : Micronutrients
Part 3 : Macrominerals and Microminerals
Part 4 : The Importance of Fiber
Part 5 : Summary
Module 2: Getting Started on the Ketogenic Diet
Part 1 : The History of the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : The Ingredients of a Ketogenic Diet
Part 3 : What We Mean by Ketosis
Part 4 : The Benefits of a Ketogenic Diet
Part 5 : Summary
Module 3 : The Importance of Fats
Part 1 : Low Fat, Healthy Fat and the Functions of Fat
Part 2 : Healthy Fats
Part 3 : MCT Oil
Part 4 : Summary
Module 4 : Intermittent Fasting
Part 1 : What is Intermittent Fasting ?
Part 2 : How IF Affects Cells and Hormones
Part 3 : Keto Challenges
Part 4 : When Fasting is Not Advised
Part 5 : Fasting Myths
Part 6 : Cyclical Ketosis
Part 7 : Summary
Module 5 : When to Choose a Ketogenic Diet
Part 1 : Suitability of the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : When a Keto Diet is Not Suitable
Part 3 : Summary
Module 6 : Varieties of Ketogenic Diets
Part 1 : Types of Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : Satisfaction Guaranteed
Part 3 : Food Choices on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 4 : More about Carbohydrates
Part 5 : Are Sweeteners Safe ?
Part 6 : Calorie Counting on Keto
Part 7 : Summary
Module 7 : Ketogenic Diet Issues
Part 1 : Issues With the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : How to Recognise Ketosis
Part 3 : Summary
Module 8 : Functional Foods, Supplements and Medication
Part 1 : Functional Foods
Part 2 : Other Fabulous Foods for a Ketogenic Diet
Part 3 : Vitamins and Minerals on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 4 : Medication and the Ketogenic Diet
Part 5 : Summary
Module 9 : Putting It All Together
Part 1 : What to Eat on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : Keto Shopping List
Part 3 : Bullet Proof Coffee and Keto Bread
Part 4 : Summary
Module 10 : The Ketogenic Diet for Specific Conditions
Part 1 : Ensure the Ketogenic Diet Works for You
Part 2 : Improve Your Client’s Health
Part 3 : Using the Keto Diet for Certain Conditions
Part 4 : Considerations for Different Groups of People on the Keto Diet
Part 5 : Pregnancy and Children
Part 6 : Summary
Conclusion
Vegan Diet
Module 1: Introduction to Veganism
Introduction
Part 1: What is Veganism?
Part 2: The History of Veganism
Module 2: The Benefits of Veganism
Part 1: Health Benefits
Part 2: Environmental Benefits
Part 3: Moral Benefits
Module 3: A Balanced Diet
Part 1: Common Vegan Diet Mistakes
Part 2: Macronutrients- Protein
Part 3: Macronutrients – Fats and Carbohydrates
Part 4: Micronutrients
Module 4: Meal Planning
Part 1: Principles of Effective Meal Planning
Part 2: Practical and Client-Centric Meal Plans
Part 3: Creating Meal Plans Step by Step
Module 5: Transitioning
Part 1: Transitioning Methods
Part 2: Transitioning Difficulties
Part 3: Eating Out
Module 6: Special Consideration Clients
Part 1: Pregnant Women
Part 2: Veganism in Infants and Children
Part 3: Athletes and Bodybuilders
Module 7: Client Consultations
Part 1: Importance of Effective Consultations
Part 2: The Consultation Format
Part 3: Nutritional Information and Analysis
Module 8: Ongoing Care and Alternative Models
Part 1: Client Aftercare
Part 2: Further Appointments
Part 3: Educational Materials
Part 4: Group Therapy
Module 9: Running a Nutritionist Business
Part 1: Practical Considerations
Part 2: Professional Conduct
Part 3: Marketing Your Business
Part 4: Marketing Channels
Module 10: Case Studies
Part 1: Case Study
Part 2: Breakfast Recipes
Part 3: Lunch Recipes
Part 4: Dinner Recipes
Part 5: Dessert Recipes
Child Nutrition and Obesity Prevention
Module 1: The Basics of Nutrition
Introduction
Part 1 : What is Nutrition ?
Part 2 : Macronutrients
Part 3 : Micronutrients
Module 2 : Nutrition Requirements for Babies and Children
Part 1 : Why Nutrition is Important for Children
Part 2 : Nutrient Requirements for Older Babies
Part 3 : Nutritional Requirements for Toddlers
Part 4 : Nutrition Requirements for 10 – 14 Years
Module 3 : Vegetarian and Vegan Diets
Part 1 : What are Vegetarians and Vegans ?
Part 2 : Vegetarian Diets for Infants and Children
Part 3 : Possible Deficits in Vegan Diets
Module 4 : Food Allergies and Other Issues in Children
Part 1 : What is a Food Allergy ?
Part 2 : How to Recognise Food Allergies in Children
Part 3 : Managing Nutritional Needs
Module 5 : Nutrition in the Womb
Part 1 : How Health Begins in the Mother’s Womb
Part 2 : Food to Eat During Pregnancy
Module 6 : Newborn to 6 Months
Part 1 : Breast Milk or Formula ?
Part 2 : Passing on Nutritional Habits
Module 7 : Weaning 6 – 12 Months
Part 1 : What is Weaning ?
Part 2 : What to Feed Baby for Good Nutrition
Part 3 : Creating Good Nutrition Habits 6 – 8 Months & 9 – 12 Months
Module 8 : Toddler Diets 1 – 5 Years
Part 1 : What Foods Toddlers Need to Eat for Good Nutrition
Part 2 : Children’s Drinking Habits
Module 9 : Nutritious Eating for 6 – 12 Year Olds
Part 1 : The Importance of Healthy Eating Habits
Part 2 : Creating Healthy School Lunches
Module 10 : How to Handle Picky Eaters
Part 1 : What is “Picky Eating”?
Part 2 : How Parents Can Help Picky Eaters
Module 11 : Weight Management in Children
Part 1 : Healthy Weight in Children
Part 2 : Weight Loss Strategies
Part 3 : Poor Weight Gain
Module 12 : Superfoods
Part 1 : What is a Superfood ?
Part 2 : Superfoods for Kids
Module 13 : Business Practices
Part 1 : The Work of a Child Nutritionist Consultant
Part 2 : Ways to Grow Your Business
Part 3 : Develop Your Nutrition Coaching Format
Conclusion
Sports Nutrition
Module 1 : What is Sports Nutrition ?
Part 1 : What do we mean by Sports Nutrition ?
Part 2 : Three Principles of Sports Nutrition
Part 3 : History of Sports Nutrition and its Increase in Popularity
Part 4 : Sports Nutrition is for All, Not Just Athletes and Celebrities
Part 5 : Summary
Module 2 : The Need for Sports Nutrition
Part 1 : Relating Activities with Need for Sports Nutrition
Part 2 : Eating Right
Part 3 : Essential Micronutrients for Athletes
Part 4 : Summary
Module 3 : One – on – one interaction with Clients
Part 1 : Knowing the Clientele
Part 2: Dealing with A Client on a One-To-One Basis
Part 3 : Summary
Module 4 : Sports Supplements
Part 1 : Selecting the correct sports Supplements based on the Clients needs
Part 2 : Performance Enhancers, Dosage and Frequency
Part 3 : Summary
Module 5 : Sports Nutrition as a Business
Part 1 : The Sports Nutrition Enterprise
Part 2 : The Opportunities in Sports
Part 3 : How this course will help ?
Part 4 : Summary
Module 6 : Starting Your Own Business
Part 1 : Becoming A Professional Sports Nutritionist
Part 2 : What will you need ?
Part 3 : How to Design a Personalised Study Plan ?
Part 4 : Summary
Module 7 : Publicizing your Sports Nutrition Business
Part 1 : Promoting Your Business
Part 2 : Set Your Goals and Define Your Norms
Part 3 : Producing and Marketing your own line of Supplements
Part 4 : Business Management
Part 5 : Summary
Module 8 : Running A successful Business
Part 1 : Advice for Running a Sports Nutrition Business
Part 2 : Don’t Bypass the importance of Market Research
Part 3 : Other Precautions
Part 4 : Legal Issues
Part 5: Market Trends and Shifts
Part 6 : Summary
Module 9 : Course Overview
Part 1 : What We Have Learnt
Part 2 : Moving Forward