GMS 6459 – Nutrition, Metabolism, and Human Aging

Course Description

In this course, students with explore the link between diet, metabolism and aging and examine how nutrition affects age-related health, chronic disease prevention and longevity. Students will evaluate evidence-based interventions such as caloric restriction, protein optimization and emerging approaches such as nutraceuticals and microbiome modulation to promote healthy aging.

Course Goals

The goals of the course are to:

1. Understand how metabolic pathways influence biological of aging and nutrition
2. Evaluate evidence behind longevity-focused dietary interventions, including caloric restriction, intermittent fasting, protein optimization and microbiome modulation
3. Apply scientific knowledge to real-world aging challenges by translating nutrition science into into practical strategies and interventions that support healthy aging across clinical, community or personal wellness settings

Read more about what you’ll learn in the course spotlight on Nutrition, Metabolism and Human Aging.