Food Science and Nutrition – Online Course – FutureLearn

Follow foods fascinating journey from the farm to your body and explore new food technologies and nutrition around the world Discover the science of food and understand the value of nutrition in our diets On this course youll learn how food science and nutrition helps us to understand and study the fascinating world of food Youll explore the food supply chain and learn how food processing can make food healthier Youll examine how new food technologies are revolutionising food production and how new products are developed Youll also explore how nutritional needs vary in different countries and how policies on nutrition are developed Through case studies youll understand the importance of micro and macronutrients and explore what happens to food whilst its in your body The opportunities and challenges inherent in the modern food supply chain from farm to fork The importance of food processing and novel food processing techniques such as 3D printing How food molecules perform different important functions in your body How new food products are developed and optimised to appeal to the target consumer base The importance of nutrition and the impact of different public health initiatives from around the world The health benefits of certain foods The process of digestion and biochemical pathways of food in the body Explore the importance of food processing in the journey from farm to fork to understand how crops are converted into nutritious and appealing food items for consumers Evaluate the foundations of nutritional advice provided by governments by applying scientific knowledge about nutrition and considering factors that influence decision-making when it comes to food Analyse the biological pathways of digestion to discover how different nutrients travel and are absorbed by the body Apply New Product Development NPD principles to design a new food product that responds to a market need which can also provide health benefits and appeal to the senses