The human body and its connection with nutrients are the subject of this clinical nutrition course. The course presents an overview of the basic
principles of human nutrition and discusses the properties and functions of macronutrients and micronutrients in human growth and development. The course content also describes the nutritional therapy and dietary requirements for patients in acute and chronic conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, kidney diseases, obesity and metabolic disorder, diabetes mellites, and gastrointestinal diseases. The course also discusses how food might influence the general wellbeing of infants, pregnant and lactating women, and the best nutritional practices for those populations.