Nutrition and Physical Activity
COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides the students with an advanced understanding of the various components of energy expenditure, the concept of energy balance, and the effects of exercise on ad libitum food intake. The role of physical activity in the management of chronic diseases and the promotion of health is another purpose of this course.
The nutritional requirements for endurance and strength sports athletes will be discussed in detail, including the recommended calories, macronutrients, and micronutrients. Fluid and electrolyte balance in athletes is crucial and will be discussed in this course in detail. Besides, the types, values, and adverse effects of ergogenic aids will be discussed.
KEY TOPICS COVERED
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Energy Balance Regulation
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Effects of Exercise on ad libitum Food Intake
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Physical Activity in Chronic Diseases
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Nutrition Support for Endurance and Strength Sports
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Fluid and Electrolytes Requirements
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Ergogenic Aid
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Clinical Scenarios and Final Exam
TARGET AUDIENCE
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Current postgraduate Nutrition students
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Current postgraduate sports sciences students
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Postgraduate Nutrition and sports students from Gulf Cooperation Council Countries
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Faculty/staff interested in sports nutrition
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Professionals interested in sports nutrition (nutritionists and dieticians)
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Business/industry partners in the field of sports nutrition
Instructor
Dr. Sabika Allehdan
Domain
Clinical Nutrition
Duration
4 Weeks
No of Students
30
Date
To be announced
Time
- Week1: Fri 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM & Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (In-Person)
- Week2: Mon & Wed, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Online)
- Week3: 6 hours Anytime (Asynchronous online)
- Week4: Sat, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM (In-Person)
Level
Language
English
Venue
Fees
800 BHD
Hours
32 hours
Basics of Nutritional Science.
A total of 32 learning hours will be distributed as follows:
- 20 hours: Face to face classes
- 6 hours: Online classes
- 6 hours: Asynchronous online teaching
- Clinical scenarios (40%): Participation in the class discussion about some selected clinical scenarios, with at least two scenarios created by the learners themselves.
- Practical Assignment (30%): Specific practical tasks will be conducted during the course (2 Assignments)
- Final exam (30%): The final exam consists of 30 questions that are MCQs and/or true-false questions.
Credit-bearing Micro-credentials are stackable to qualify candidates for the ESPEN diploma in clinical nutrition and metabolism.
Saudi Society for Clinical Nutrition (SAPEN) and European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN)
All learners will be provided with a Microsoft account to use Microsoft Teams and ESPAN account to reach recorded tutorial.
CONTACT
For further Information, please contact:
Mr. Mohammed Al-Hooti
Tel: +973-33777339
Email: malhooti@uob.edu.bh