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Nutrition and Age-Related Chronic Diseases
Taipei Medical University
  • Start Date: 27 Mar, 2023
  • 4 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Explore the link between nutrition and age-related diseases as you gain the skills to use nutrition to prevent chronic conditions.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
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Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.


In an ageing population, the prevalence of age-related chronic diseases is increasing year by year. This four-week course will show you how to prevent and manage these chronic diseases using nutritional management.


You’ll learn the nutritional needs of different age groups before unpacking the variety of chronic diseases you are trying to prevent.


With this knowledge, you’ll understand how to provide better care for elderly adults with chronic conditions.


Gain an understanding of sarcopenia, neurodegenerative disease, and metabolic syndrome


First, you’ll explore sarcopenia – a common condition in older adults characterised by the loss of muscle mass and strength. You’ll discover the role of nutrition and dietary guidelines in preventing and managing this disease.


Next, you’ll examine the relationship between neurodegeneration, metabolic syndrome, and dietary patterns. You’ll discuss the impact of nutrition on the development and progression of these conditions and the dietary strategies that can be used to prevent them.


Explore the impact of nutrition on immunosenescence


You’ll then focus on metabolic syndrome and osteoporosis to learn what is adequate nutrient intake for bone health and metabolic function.


Finally, you’ll explore the impact of nutrition on immunosenescence – the decline in immune function that occurs with age. You’ll learn the strategies to promote immune health as well as the role of specific nutrients and supplements in supporting immune function.


Develop your understanding of nutritional science with Taipei Medical University


You’ll be guided by the experts from Taipei Medical University to ensure you finish the course ready to implement dietary strategies and interventions to promote optimal health and well-being in older adults.


This course is designed for anyone interested in the relationship between nutrition and chronic diseases.


It will benefit students who are interested in nutritional science and geriatrics.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University (TMU), 600 meters away from the world’s tallest green building - Taipei 101 building, has been a leader in Taiwan’s healthcare system for more than half a century due to its research, teaching excellence, internationalization and outstanding medical service. TMU has seven colleges including College of Medicine, College of Oral Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Public Health and Nutrition, College of Nursing, College of Medical Science and Technology and College of Humanities and Social Sciences and owns three Joint Commission International (JCI)-accredited hospitals with a total capacity of over 3,100 beds. TMU and its three JCI hospitals are the largest and one of the best healthcare systems in the Taipei Metropolitan Area.

TMU leads in quite a few research areas including Cancer, Translational Medicine, Neuroregenerative Medicine, Biomedical Devices and Tissue Engineering, Reproductive Medicine and Biomedical Informatics. TMU has several top-notch research centers such as Center of Excellence for Cancer Research, Center of Excellence for Clinical Trial and Research in Neuroscience, Center of Excellence for Stroke Research, Center of Excellence for Biomedical Implants and Microsurgery Devices. TMU collaborates with many international prestigious universities and institutes on cancer, neurotrauma, nanotechnology and 3D printing research such as National Institutes of Health, Johns Hopkins University, University of Southampton, University of Dundee, University of Liverpool, Aarhus University, University of Washington, University of Tokyo, Academia Sinica, and National Health Research Institutes.

TMU’s commitment to internationalisation has resulted in 36,000 alumni improving healthcare systems in over100 countries around the world. More than 5,500 students from over 31 countries are enrolled in TMU’s seven colleges, and most master’s degree and doctoral programs offer instruction in English. The permanent appointment of the university’s medical teams to assist two African nations (Swaziland and Sao Tome and Principe) provides opportunities for service and learning as well as enhancing Taiwan’s health diplomacy.

 

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