HERS327 — Global Food and Nutrition
HERS 327 - Global Food and Nutrition HERS 327 - Global Food and Nutrition (3 credits) Meets GOAL 8. This course introduces students to the influence that history, geography, economic factors, health beliefs and practices, religion and spiritual systems, and other forces driving political and cultural norms have on food access and habits in the U.S. and around the world. Content includes theoretical foundations of food cultures, food in religious and spiritual expression, correlates and consequences of food insecurity in different countries and traditional health practices in relation to food around the world. Students will explore regional American and global food culture. This course includes laboratory experience designed to introduce food management principles (budgeting, planning and purchasing), culturally-focused food preparation techniques, and food safety and sanitation best practices. Grade only. alternate years. Course Registration
Prerequisites: HERS205