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Foundations of Nutrigenetics

An introductory course on how genetic variants relate to the body's response to nutrients.

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Learning outcomes

  • Understand what a genetic variant is and how it is studied
  • Read nutrigenetic research critically
  • Recognise overstated claims in popular media
  • Explain core mechanisms to others with precise language

Curriculum

  1. Module 1 — The language of genetics: gene, allele, polymorphism
  2. Module 2 — From gene to protein to metabolic pathway
  3. Module 3 — Nutrients and genetic variability
  4. Module 4 — Study design and levels of evidence
  5. Module 5 — Ethics, scope of practice and communication

Frequently asked questions

Is prior knowledge required?
No. The course introduces the terminology from scratch.
Will we analyse personal genetic tests?
No. The course is educational and excludes individual interpretation.
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