Nutrition - The Value of Vitamin D

Course intent

We will explore why 90% of the nation is Vitamin D deficient and how it is having effects on our health, from weight issues, to osteoporosis, and high cholesterol. We will draw heavily on the research findings of Dr. Michael Holick and explore the vital role that Vitamin D plays in our health.

What will I learn?

We will explore the explosion of research on this vitamin over the last 10 years and present the key findings shown in relation to various degenerative conditions and ones you would not think are affected by having low levels of Vitamin D.

You will gain invaluable insights into how Vitamin D works with the Immune system, how much sun exposure you need, and what foods to incorporate to maximise this vitamin in your diet.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is suitable for everyone, all abilities, although it is particularly suited to those who wish to improve their physical health by making informed changes about their diet. Those with an understanding of basic biology/physiology may have an advantage in understanding.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

You may wish to bring a notepad or mobile device should you wish to make any of your own notes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Enrol onto another Nutrition workshop to enhance your health and wellbeing or look at the wide range of healthy living courses available.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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