CHE704 - Applied Nutrition for Specific Populations

Subject Title
Applied Nutrition for Specific Populations

Subject Description
In this course, the student will become familiar with the composition, function, and sources of dietary macro- and micronutrients. Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating is explored and critiqued, followed by suggestions a recreation therapist might incorporate when providing education on healthful eating habits. Topics will also include the impact of illness, society, and culture on the attitudes to food and eating behaviours, both in the community and within the health care setting. Dietary plans and feeding strategies easily incorporated into a therapeutic recreation wellness plan will be formulated for a variety of special populations. Issues including food security within the community, food/drug interactions, and safe food handling practices will also be explored. Food preparation as a therapeutic recreation intervention will be investigated as a means of engaging in activity, social interaction, and as a positive component of self-care. Finally, a brief investigation of the impact our food choices have on the environment will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Evaluate the nutritional considerations of individuals based on life stage and dietary preference in relation to Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
2. Suggest methods and strategies for optimal nutritional intake based on feeding limitations seen with clients having compromised oral health, motor skills and/or cognitive impairment.
3. Generate nutritional plans to support clients involved in athletic activities or clients with chronic illness.
4. Educate clients about food safety, security, and handling to minimize risk to clients.
5. Predict the typical food/drug interactions seen with the use of commonly used pharmaceuticals.
6. Formulate group cooking activities that encourage community participation, and interpersonal support between individuals who may be challenged by social, psychological, or physical barriers.
7. Advocate for the local production of food through the use of farmers' markets, roof-top gardens, and community agencies to promote environmental sustainability and to support the wellness of those in the community.

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