Nutrition, Stress, and Immune Function
This course helps learners understand the relationship between food and emotions; explain the stress response; discuss the effects of stress on nutrition and health; define mindful eating and methods of eating mindfully; and examine elements of nutrition that support a healthy immune system.
Nutrition, Stress, and Immune Function
Details + Objectives
Course code: T14790
Most individuals enjoy sitting down and eating a delicious meal. Food provides an opportunity to socialize and, if the food is nutritious, it also supports a healthy body and mind. However, if individuals are stressed before, during, or after a meal, the nutrients they eat are not utilized as effectively as when people are relaxed. If stress also causes an individual to eat food that is not nutritious, health issues can result. Nutrition, stress, and the immune system are closely related.
The outcome of this course is for the learner to describe the relationship between food and emotions; explain the stress response; discuss the effects of stress on nutrition and health; define mindful eating and methods of eating mindfully; and examine elements of nutrition that support a healthy immune system.
(1 Contact hours)
Expiration Date (Next date of course revision): 06/01/2025
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What you will learn
- Describe the relationship between food and emotions
- Explain the stress response
- Describe the domino theory as it relates to nutrition and stress
- Discuss the effects of stress on digestion, metabolism, and health
- List the three steps and seven skills of mindful eating
- Describe aspects of nutrition and eating that support a healthy immune system
How you will benefit
- Increase skills/knowledge related to nutrition, stress, and immune function
- Provide increased career opportunities for healthcare providers who work in the fields of holistic and integrative health, nutrition/dietetics, and pediatric and adult healthcare settings
- Provide continuing education in nutrition, stress management, behavioral/mental health, and holistic health
- Increase career opportunities in the holistic or integrative health care arena
How the course is taught
- Self-Guided, online course
- 3 Months access
- 1 course hours
Instructors & Support
Requirements
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.