DHN STUDENT SYLLABUS - Flipbook - Page 7
Portion Considerations and Calorie Density
Specific Nuts and Seeds Analysis
Peanut Production and Aflatoxin Concerns
Mold and Storage Considerations
Testosterone and Hormonal Effects
Processing and Quality Factors
Therapeutic Applications
Cost and Sourcing Considerations
Berries, the Perfect Food
Berry Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
Common Berry Varieties and Their Unique Benefits
Uncommon and Wild Berry Varieties
Seasonal Availability and Nutritional Quality
Therapeutic Applications and Health Research
Blood Sugar Effects and Diabetes Benefits
Organic vs. Conventional and Pesticide Concerns
Harvesting and Foraging Considerations
Preservation and Storage Methods
Culinary Applications and Meal Integration
Quality Assessment and Selection
EFAs & ALAs - Omega 3's vs. Omega 6's
Essential Fatty Acid Requirements and Biochemistry
Historical vs. Modern Omega Fatty Acid Ratios
ALA to EPA/DHA Conversion Efficiency
Food Sources and Bioavailability
Inflammatory Balance and Disease Prevention
Supplement Considerations and Quality Assessment
Vegan Omega-3 Options and Considerations
Testing Methods and Biomarker Assessment
Clinical Applications and Therapeutic Uses
Drug Interactions and Safety Considerations
Iron & Anemia, Heme & Non-Heme
Iron Physiology and Metabolic Functions
Heme vs. Non-Heme Iron Sources and Absorption
Iron Deficiency Patterns and Risk Factors
Absorption Enhancement and Inhibition Factors
Iron Overload Concerns and Hemochromatosis
