An accelerated survey of basic principles of Neuro-Nutrition (aka Nutrition for the Brain), from neuroscience to neurology, applied to food studies: brain-specific nutrients; nutrient functions and nutritional requirements for brain health; current research on brain aging and how food can slow down or even prevent age-related disease like Alzheimer’s and dementia; menu planning and assessment; dietary patterns associated with long-lasting brain health; recommendations and food products for neuro-nutritional purposes. For students with previous undergraduate training in nutrition or health.
