MODULES

1. Link between nutrition and non-communicable diseases (NCDs)

2. Obesity and metabolic syndrome: causes and interventions

3. Nutrition in diabetes prevention and control

4. Heart-healthy diets: DASH, low-fat, Mediterranean

5. Nutrition in kidney disease: protein, fluid, and electrolyte balance

6. Managing dyslipidemia through diet

7. Anti-inflammatory and plant-based diets

8. Label reading, meal prepping, and portion control

9. Motivational interviewing and behavior change counseling

10. Monitoring outcomes and adjusting diet plans

11. Practicum in dietetics or outpatient clinic

12. Individual care plan portfolio and case presentation

Learning Outcomes

Apply disease-specific dietary strategies in chronic care

Counsel patients on sustainable, realistic food choices

Collaborate with medical teams on multidisciplinary care plans

Monitor patient progress and modify nutrition interventions

Promote lifestyle change to reduce NCD risks

Nutrition for Chronic Diseases

Focuses on medical nutrition therapy for conditions such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease. Emphasizes evidence-based interventions and individualized care plans.

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