Dec 05, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

NUTR 121 - Human Nutrition



Emphasis on the classification, digestion, absorption, metabolism, and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, water, vitamins, and minerals in the human body. Energy metabolism and nutrient needs during the lifecycle and for special populations will be discussed. A personal dietary assessment project will be required.

Credits: 3
Notes: Fulfills the UNLV General Education Physical and Natural Science Requirement. Not for NUTR majors.