Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Intensive work on an independent project related to dietetics and human nutrition. Senior or graduate standing. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

This course will explore the pathophysiology of obesity, including genetic determinants, prenatal and early life influences, and epigenetics. Students will examine the influence of environmental, socio-economic, public policy, dietary, and physical activity factors as they relate to overweight and obesity in the United States. Interventions to treat obesity, including pharmaceutical, surgical, lifestyle, and environmental options, will be discussed.