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Metabolic Syndrome and Basic Principles of Medical Nutrition Theory (LU_014)
About Study Course
Department: Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
ECTS:3
Course supervisor:Lolita Vija Neimane
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:-
Language:Latvian
Study course description Full description, Full time
Objective
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Prerequisites
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge
1.1. Understands the latest explanations of the pathogenetic mechanisms of metabolic syndrome;
2. Understands the role of obesity, insulin resistance and digestive system on the pathogenesis of metabolic syndrome;
Skills
1.Evaluate the metabolic syndrome as a risk factor for diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases
Competence
1.Individually or in the working group work out an individualized nutrition plan in each specific case.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2026, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Science | 2 | Master's | Limited choice |
