Dietary Supplements and Herbal Medicine   [Archived Catalog]
2019-2020 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
   

IFN 5676 - Dietary Supplements and Herbal Medicine


This course examines one of the most common modalities of integrative medicine: dietary and herbal supplements.  The course provides an overview of the regulations that govern manufacturing, sales, and marketing of dietary supplements. Students will use reliable and peer-reviewed resources to critically evaluate the proposed benefits, efficacy, and safety of supplements in order to inform client recommendations.   3.0 credits.

  Prerequisite(s): IFN 5520  (or proof of previous nutrition coursework) 3 credit(s)
Offered: FA-Term B Course Length: 7 weeks No RC required