🍏 Certificate Course in Diet and Nutrition
🎯 Course Goal and Philosophy
The Neelkantha Yoga Kulam’s 26-day online course offers a unique and comprehensive blend of Nutritional Science, Therapeutic Dietetics, and Yogic Lifestyle Principles. We move beyond conventional dieting to provide you with a holistic understanding of how food influences your physical, mental, and energetic well-being.
Upon completion, you will be equipped to manage your own health proactively and guide others toward sustainable wellness.
✨ Key Learning Outcomes: What You Will Achieve
This intensive program ensures you gain expertise in practical, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle management:
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Master the Fundamentals: Gain an in-depth understanding of the role of Macronutrients (Carbs, Protein, Fats) and Micronutrients (Vitamins & Minerals) in human health.
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Therapeutic Diet Planning: Learn to formulate effective dietary strategies for chronic lifestyle disorders like Diabetes, Thyroid issues, Hypertension, PCOS, and Fatty Liver.
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Optimize Gut Health: Understand the vital role of the gut microbiome and how to incorporate prebiotics, probiotics, and fermented foods for optimal digestion and immunity.
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Apply Yogic Principles: Integrate the ancient wisdom of the Panch Kosha and the 8 Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga) to enhance health and consciousness through diet and lifestyle.
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Practical Skills: Develop proficiency in reading food labels, calculating individual calorie and macro requirements (BMR/TDEE), and creating sustainable meal plans.
📚 Detailed Course Modules
Module 1: Foundational Nutritional Science
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Introduction to Food Groups, Dietary Pyramids, and the impact of hydration.
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Detailed study of the Human Digestive System, Metabolism, and Energy Balance.
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The essential functions and sources of all major Vitamins and Minerals.
Module 2: Clinical Nutrition and Therapeutics
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Metabolic Disorders: Nutritional management of Diabetes, Thyroid Imbalances, and managing insulin resistance.
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Cardio-Renal Health: Dietary guidelines for Hypertension, Atherosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), and managing cholesterol.
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Digestive & Liver Care: Specialized diets for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), GERD, and non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
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Hormonal Balance: Nutrition for conditions like PCOS and support during pregnancy and lactation.
Module 3: Holistic Health and Lifestyle Integration
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Mind-Body Connection: The role of nutrition in mental health, anxiety, depression, and recognizing and managing emotional eating.
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Environmental Impact: Understanding environmental toxins and practical, safe detoxification strategies.
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Yogic Diet & Philosophy: Exploring the Sattvic, Rajasic, and Tamasic qualities of food in the context of the Panch Kosha framework.
Module 4: Practical Application
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Step-by-step guidance on calculating energy expenditure and setting macronutrient goals.
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Mastering food label analysis and identifying hidden sugars and unhealthy additives.
📝 Course Features
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Duration: 26-Day intensive Online Certificate Course.
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Certification: Certificate of Completion provided by Neelkantha Yoga Kulam.
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Access: Lifetime access to all course materials, video lectures, and resources.