Fundamentals of Plant-Based Nutrition
A comprehensive and practical overview of Plant-Based Nutrition
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Externally Quality Assured
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CPD & General Interest
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Study time: 60+ hours
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Supported Study
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Self-Paced
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CPD Recognition
This course is recognised for 30 CPD hours with the the UK & International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA)
Course Overview
The aims of this course are to: Introduce learners to different types of plant-based diets Explore the potential health benefits of plant-based eating Assess potential nutrient imbalances associated with plant-based eating and explore strategies for avoiding these Identify plant-based foods with specific health promoting properties Aid learners in finding and utilising available resources to help them, or others, transition onto a nutrient dense, whole food plant-based diet
Course Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Identify the classifications of different plant-based diets
- Discuss current trends in plant-based eating and key reasons for this
- Discuss how plant-based diets support key systems of the body (with a focus on the microbiome, cardiovascular system, blood sugar balancing mechanisms, overweight and obesity)
- Evaluate key sources and bioavailability of important macro- and micro-nutrients on a plant-based diet, including protein, omega 3 fatty acids, iron, calcium, iodine, vitamin B12 and vitamin D
- Compare different plant-based dietary recommendations, including food pyramids and food plates
- Outline the health promoting properties of specific plant foods, including nuts, seeds, pulses, fruits, vegetables and mushrooms
- Describe how food preparation techniques may enhance the nutrient value of plant-based foods, including sprouting and fermenting
- Identify key resources and techniques to help an individual transition onto a plant-based diet
Practical knowledge
How to become more plant-based, with practical support on meal planning, cooking, shopping and eating out via the closed Facebook Group Page
Discover
The potential health benefits of a plant-based diet and the individual and powerful health benefits of a variety of plant foods
Learn
How to optimise nutrient intake within a plant-based diet and how to optimise your diet, including fermenting, sprouting & eating a rainbow
Course Lessons
This course has been endorsed as a Crossfields Institute Quality Mark Programme
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an e-certificate of achievement from Crossfields Institute and the Institute of Health Sciences (downloadable from the course). You will also receive a unit transcript, listing the details of the content that you have completed.
Crossfields Institute is a specialist national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual. It has an international reputation for developing and awarding high-quality vocational and academic qualifications across a number of sectors.
Crossfields Institute is a specialist national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual. It has an international reputation for developing and awarding high-quality vocational and academic qualifications across a number of sectors.
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Meet the instructor
Juanita Griffin
Juanita started her plant-based journey whilst studying Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching at IHS. She has since developed a successful plant-based business "Little Spoons of Happiness" where she inspires individuals wishing to adopt a more plant-based diet, by taking away the overwhelm and replacing it with mouth-watering, nutritionally balanced plant-based recipes for the whole family. Juanita will be bringing that energy and passion for all things plant-based to this course and inspiring you (and your clients) to eat more plants the healthy way!!
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