NUTR 595 (I01) - Mediterranean Diet and Culture

Mediterranean Diet and Culture

Durham Life Sciences & Agriculture::Nutrition
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 25 
Term:  Summer 2024 - Summer Session I (05/20/2024 - 06/21/2024)
CRN:  70215
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
Is there a diet that allows one to eat, drink, and still be healthy? While Americans struggle with rising rates of obesity and related health conditions, inhabitants of the Mediterranean region enjoy relatively low rates of heart disease, cancer, and obesity. Offers a unique on-site experience in Ascoli Piceno, Italy to investigate the cultural and scientific importance of the Mediterranean Diet. Students review basic nutrition concepts as well as the history and evolution of the Mediterranean diet. Combining lecture, discussion, and experiential activities, NUTR 595 is offered through the UNH Italy Study Abroad Program during the summer session.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Co-Requisite: INCO 589
Campuses not allowed in section: CPS Online
Only listed colleges in section: Life Sciences & Agriculture, Liberal Arts, Engineering&Physical Sciences, Paul College of Business&Econ, Health & Human Services
Only listed classes in section: Junior, Sophomore, Senior
Instructors:  Jesse Stabile Morrell

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
5/20/2024 6/21/2024 Hours Arranged ABROAD TBD