DEH 1710 BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY AND APPLIED NUTRITION 2 credits

Prerequisites: BSC 2086/2086L with grades of “C” or better. This course presents the biochemical aspects of nutrition and an overview of organic chemistry as applied to the practice of dental hygiene. Included are basic principles of nutrition, knowledge of the principle nutrients in foods and their utilization by the body. Emphasis will be placed on the practical aspects of nutritional counseling and the control of oral disease. 32 contact hours.