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Nutrition Coach Certification
Overview
Course description
The Challenges of Nutrition in Modern Society
Modern lifestyles have profoundly transformed our eating habits, often to the detriment of our health. According to the World Health Organization, 60% of global deaths are linked to diseases like cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions—caused by factors such as poor diet, physical inactivity, and the consumption of alcohol and tobacco. The prevalence of obesity and lifestyle-related illnesses is alarming, and for the first time, life expectancy is tending to decrease. However, there is an effective solution to this problem: preventing diseases through proper nutrition.
The Science of Nutrition: An Essential Tool
Nutrition has become a key field in the prevention of these diseases. Yet, many people lack access to accurate information. Between industry lobbying, trendy restrictive diets, and marketing strategies, individuals are often confused and turn to processed foods that harm their health. This confusion leads many to believe that healthy eating cannot be enjoyable. The lack of knowledge fuels the consumption of nutrient-poor products, exacerbating health issues.
Returning to Natural Eating Habits
Despite this alarming situation, a positive change is underway. More people are seeking to adopt a healthier lifestyle by favoring natural foods and turning away from industrial dictates. This return to basics is at the heart of a nutrition coach's work, whose role is to guide individuals toward a balanced and healthy diet. Coaches share knowledge about the importance of consuming unprocessed, nutrient-rich foods, promoting better physical and mental well-being.
Training to Become a Nutrition Coach
Training to become a nutrition coach provides essential skills to assist a diverse range of individuals. It teaches how to conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, develop personalized therapeutic strategies, and set appropriate nutritional goals. By supporting athletes, seniors, children, and adults, coaches help improve health and quality of life. Accessible to everyone, this training also enables you to incorporate healthy recipes into your daily life and that of your loved ones, helping to prevent issues like overweight, low energy, and food frustration.
Course benefits
This course includes
Certified & Accredited Course
Study group access
10 audios
12 modules
Interactives quizzes
17 PDFs
Modules
Course syllabus
Module 1: UNDERSTAND NUTRITION AND ITS EVOLUTION
In this initial module, you will delve into the fundamentals of nutrition, its principles, and definitions. Additionally, you will grasp the present nutritional landscape.
The topics addressed in this module include:
- Introducing nutrition;
- The evolution of nutrition and its historical context;
- The contemporary Western diet and associated diseases of civilization;
- The issue with processed products;
- A comparative analysis of major nutritional approaches.
Module 2: THE BASICS OF A HEALTHY AND BALANCED DIET
In this second module, we will familiarize you with the essentials of a healthy diet. You will learn the foundational elements and acquire crucial tools for your future endeavors.
This module encompasses:
- The role of macronutrients within the body;
- Concepts of caloric and nutritional density;
- Guidelines for healthy eating;
- Addressing clients’ questions about these new recommendations.
Module 3: FOOD CATEGORIES, FOODS TO AVOID AND COOKING METHODS
In this module, we will examine various food groups. You will learn the components of a healthy diet, which foods to eliminate or minimize, and suggested daily servings.
In this module, you will uncover:
- Healthy food groups;
- Beverages to choose and avoid;
- Superfoods;
- Optimal cooking techniques;
- Practical examples for each food group.
Module 4: DETOXIFICATION, ACID - BASE BALANCE AND GLYCEMIC INDEX
In this fourth module, we will continue by focusing on detoxification. We will explain the concept of the glycemic index and its significance in cases of excess weight, diabetes, and stress. Lastly, we will discuss acid-base balance.
In this module, you will explore:
- Objectives of detoxification;
- Various detoxification methods;
- The role of the glycemic index in nutrition;
- Specific advice on utilizing glycemic indexes;
- The impact of acid-base balance on health.
Module 5: GLUTEN, MICROBIOTA AND THE BRAIN, INTOLERANCES AND FOOD ALLERGIES
This fifth module emphasizes food allergies and intolerances, as well as their effects on health. You will learn about the microbiota, its connection with the brain, and overall health.
We will cover the following aspects:
- Digestive system functions;
- When to adopt a gluten-free diet;
- The significance of microbiota diversity;
- The distinction between intolerance and food allergy;
- Food allergens and identifying them through elimination diets;
- Examples of “hypoallergenic” meals.
Module 6: NUTRITION FOR ATHLETES, THE ELDERLY AND CHILDREN
This sixth module offers tailored nutritional recommendations for seniors, athletes, children, and adolescents, as specific advice is necessary for different age groups and lifestyles.
In this module, you will learn:
- Athletes’ meals on training days;
- Nutrition for endurance sports: during exercise, recovery, and pre-competition;
- Strategies for combating aging;
- Nutrition for children and adolescents, along with parental support strategies;
- The issue of sugar in modern diets;
- Meal suggestions for various situations.
Module 7: METABOLIC SYNDROME, DIABETES, OVERWEIGHT, OBESITY AND EATING DISORDERS
Nutrition plays a vital role in therapeutic strategies. It is increasingly employed by medicine to treat diseases. In this module, you will discover how to tailor your recommendations based on prevalent conditions.
We will discuss the following aspects:
• The significance of insulin regulation in disease prevention;
• The connections between insulin resistance, diabetes, and weight issues;
• Nutritional strategies to combat common diseases;
• Meal plans for diabetic or overweight individuals;
• The environmental impact on your client;
• Strategies to assist in episodes of compulsive eating;
• Understanding anorexia and managing this disorder in your practice;
• Approaches tailored for bulimia.
Module 8: STRATEGIES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This module presents nutritional strategies tailored for the most common diseases (cancer, cardiovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, liver disease, brain disorders, etc.). You will also learn about chronic inflammation – a precursor to many diseases – and the most suitable diets to counteract it.
We will cover the following topics:
• Pro-inflammatory foods to avoid;
• Most effective anti-inflammatory foods;
• Three anti-inflammatory diet plans: veganism, the Mediterranean diet, and the paleo diet;
• Specific guidelines and meal plans for combating cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, liver disorders, etc.;
• Foods that boost the immune system.
Module 9: NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PRACTICAL ADVICE
In this module, we will focus on the practical aspect of a nutrition coach’s profession. The goal is to learn how to organize your newfound knowledge to cater to your future clients.
In this module, we will cover:
- How to conduct a nutritional assessment and structure your initial sessions;
- Relevant anthropometric measurements;
- Methods for assessing eating habits;
- How to develop a therapeutic strategy and set precise objectives;
- Tips for establishing yourself as a nutrition coach.
Module 10: FOOD SUPPLEMENTS AND HEALTH Y RECIPES
This final module discusses crucial dietary supplements and provides guidelines for their use. You will also receive a guide to healthy recipes that you can integrate into your future programs.
In this module, you will learn about:
- A comprehensive catalog of dietary supplements;
- Their application and necessary precautions;
- Recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, side dishes, salads, soups, desserts, and more.
Certification
Our certifications are internationally recognized
Our certificates are accredited by IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine), CMA (The Complementary Medical Association), and the CPD (Centre of Excellence), which means that they have been assessed and recognized internationally.
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04 March, 2025
Roy T.
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Review 4
Great course material I have some question about the use of collagen and Essential Amino Acids as a supplement.
04 March, 2025
Roy T.
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Review 3
Great material...keep up the good work
04 March, 2025
Roy T.
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Review 2
Great....very useful and practical information
03 March, 2025
Roy T.
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Review 1
Great course so far. I like the style of exams, which encourages learning and just passing an exam
01 March, 2025
Roy T.
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Wonderful!
Very comprehensive, easy to learn material.
22 February, 2025
Dannielle I.
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Useful and knowledgeable
Great course to understand nutrition more in depth and why certain foods are healthy/unhealthy
19 February, 2025
Tahnee T.
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GREAT
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23 January, 2025
Ana Carolina S.
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Very Good
Helpful information and tips on incorporating healthy foods into a daily diet.
20 January, 2025
Nosipho M.
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Excellent course
the course provides very good background and in-depth understanding of the topic in an engaging format.
16 January, 2025
Gera D.
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Nutrition Coach Certification
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