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Human Nutrition I
Humanernährung I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:52
Abstract
This course included basic aspects of micro and macro nutrient nutrition. Micronutrients studied included fat-soluble vitamins, water-soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Macro nutrients included proteins, fats, carbohydrates and energy metabolism. There was a focus on the fate of micro- and macro nutrients during food processing.
Objective
To introduce the students to the fundamental aspects of human nutritionin relation to food.
Content
The course is devided into two parts. The lectutres on Micronutrients are given by Prof. Hurrell and the lectures on Macronutrients are given by Prof. Wenk. Micronutrients include fat-soluble vitamins, water-soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Within this part there is also a discussion of the fate of micro- and macro nutrients during food processing. Prof. Wenk introduces some basic nutritional aspects of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and energy metabolism.
Resources
Lecture Notes
There is no script. Overheads will be handed out at the end of the lecture.
Literature
Elmadfa I & Leitzmann C: Ernährung des Menschen, UTB Ulmer, Stuttgart, 2001; ISBN 3-8001-2560-9 Garrow JS and James WPT: Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, 1993; ISBN 0443-04121-0
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Humanernährung I |
|
2 h weekly |