Information updated until 30/06/2026 CODE 118272 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/2027 CREDITS 3 cfu anno 1 SCIENZE E CULTURE AGROALIMENTARI DEL MEDITERRANEO 11758 (L/GASTR R) - IMPERIA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR MEDS-08/C LANGUAGE Italian TEACHING LOCATION IMPERIA SEMESTER 2° Semester MODULES Questo insegnamento è un modulo di: DIETETICS, HEALTH AND NUTRITION, FOOD MYCOLOGY TEACHING MATERIALS AULAWEB OVERVIEW Knowing the nutritional needs of the population and knowing how to adapt them to the different stages of life and different dietary styles is essential to be able to acquire the skills to compose healthy and balanced dishes and recipes. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The objectives of this module include knowledge of the nutritional requirements of the Italian population according to the updated LARN guidelines, as well as consumption recommendations for each category of nutrients and foods across the different stages of life. The module also aims to provide knowledge of the CREA Guidelines for healthy Italian eating and of the different dietary patterns prevalent in the population, including appropriate dietary supplementation where necessary. In addition, students will acquire knowledge of the regulatory mechanisms of sensory perception related to taste and smell, as well as of possible sensory alterations. AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowing how to compose a healthy dish based on the characteristics and dietary choices of a person and recognize dietary and lifestyle errors. TEACHING METHODS The course comprises in-person lessons, multimedia presentation and laboratory activities. SYLLABUS/CONTENT The nutritional needs of the Italian population according to the LARN. CREA guidelines. Different dietary styles widespread in the population. Mechanisms of regulation of sensory perception in healthy subjects. RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY PDF slides of the lectures, as well as additional materials in PDF format are available for download on Aulaweb for students enrolled in the course. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD IRENE CAFFA Ricevimento: On appointemnt writing to irene.caffa@unige.it LESSONS LESSONS START https://corsi.unige.it/en/corsi/11758/studenti-orario Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION The final exam will include a discussion of a clinical case and oral questions. ASSESSMENT METHODS Successful learning of the subject is assessed by the student's ability to master the knowledge of nutritional requirements and the principles of healthy eating in healthy individuals. FURTHER INFORMATION On appointment writing to irene.caffa@unige.it
