In this biochemistry focused course which uses nutrition as a model, students will explore metabolic pathways to which macro and micronutrients play a significant regulatory role as well as the interaction between nutrients within these pathways. Topics will include energetics of metabolism; structure and metabolism of macro and micronutrients; and the integration of metabolic systems. Students will examine signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiency as well as excess, and understand nutrition status with respect to disease prevention and therapy through an emphasis on biochemical mechanisms of nutrition and metabolism.