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10 modules • 50 sections • 14 lectures • 12 Weeks total duration

Introduction
3 sections · 1 lectures

Welcome Note
Program Overview & Learning Path
01:32
Why This Is a Professional Certification Program
Learning Outcomes
BASICS OF NUTRITION
5 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

(After completing this module, you will be able to):

  • Define health, diet, and nutrition and clearly differentiate between them
  • Explain the importance of nutrition in long-term health and lifestyle management
  • Understand calories as units of energy and their role in body functions
  • Explain energy balance and its effect on weight gain, loss, and maintenance
  • Calculate basic calorie needs using simplified methods
  • Understand the importance of water and hydration for health and metabolism

Health v/s Diet v/s Nutrition
Health v/s Diet v/s Nutrition
05:35
Calories and Energy Balance
Calories
16:09
The 3 main ways body uses Calories
Energy Balance
Water & Hydration
Macronutrients
8 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the role of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in the human body
  • Differentiate between simple and complex carbohydrates
  • Understand digestion and absorption of carbohydrates and proteins
  • Identify complete and incomplete protein sources and apply food combinations
  • Calculate basic protein requirements for different populations
  • Choose healthy fat sources suitable for Indian diets
  • Apply macronutrient principles to basic diet planning

What Are Macronutrients ?
Carbohydrate
Digestion & Absorption of Carbohydrates
07:13
Nutrients
08:16
Glycaemic Index & Glycaemic Load
Glycaemic Index
03:40
Indian carbohydrate Meals
Grain Anatomy
Grain Anatomy
02:28
Millets
Proteins
Protein
02:28
Digestion and Absorption of protein
04:50
Dietary Fats
Vegetable Oils
01:35
Fats
03:28
Micronutrients
4 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Define micronutrients and explain their role in overall health
  • Differentiate between vitamins and minerals
  • Identify fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins and their functions
  • Understand the role of key minerals in metabolism, immunity, and bone health
  • Recognize common micronutrient deficiencies in the Indian population
  • Identify food sources of essential vitamins and minerals
  • Understand the role of electrolytes in hydration and performance

What are micronutrients
Micronutrients
01:50
Vitamins Classification & Details
Minerals
Electrolytes
Digestion & Metabolism of Nutrients
3 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the process of digestion from ingestion to absorption
  • Identify the role of major digestive organs and enzymes
  • Understand how nutrients are absorbed and utilized by the body
  • Explain metabolism, BMR, TDEE, and energy expenditure
  • Identify common digestive problems and their lifestyle-based causes
  • Apply basic strategies to improve digestion and metabolic health

Basics
Common Digestive Problems
Metabolism
Diet Planning & Weight Management
2 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the principles of healthy and sustainable diet planning
  • Calculate approximate calorie needs for weight loss, gain, and maintenance
  • Distribute macronutrients appropriately for different goals
  • Use portion control methods for practical diet planning
  • Create simple, balanced meal plans using Indian foods
  • Understand the fundamentals of weight loss and weight gain
  • Identify and correct common dieting mistakes and myths

Introduction to Diet Planning
Diet Planning
04:46
Sample Diet Templates
Nutrition for Special Population
8 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Understand basic nutritional needs of children, teenagers, and elderly individuals
  • Identify dietary considerations during pregnancy and ageing
  • Understand nutrition basics for diabetes and thyroid conditions (non-clinical)
  • Apply safe nutrition principles for active individuals and athletes
  • Recognize when a client must be referred to a medical professional
  1. Design general, non-medical dietary guidance for special populations

Nutrition for Children (5-15 yrs)
Nutrition for Teenagers (15- 18 )
Nutrition for Pregnant Women
Nutrition for Elderly Individuals
Nutrition for Diabetes
Nutrition for Thyroid (Hypothyroid-Friendly Basics)
Basics Sports Nutrition
Quick “Diet Rules” for Special Populations
Diet Plans for Special Populations
01:31
Supplements
6 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Understand what supplements are and when they are needed
  • Identify commonly used supplements and their functions
  • Differentiate between essential supplements and unnecessary products
  • Understand safe dosage and timing of basic supplements
  • Identify supplements that should be avoided by beginners
  • Learn how to ethically recommend supplements within scope of practice

Supplements are additional nutrients that support your diet.

 They are NOT replacements for food.

Examples:

  • Protein powder
  • Multivitamins
  • Omega-3
  • B12
  • Vitamin D

Supplements help fill nutritional gaps, especially for busy people or those with limited diets.

Why Do People Need Supplements ?
Safe & Common Supplements
Supplements That Should Be Avoided by Beginners
Supplement Myths
How to Choose a Good Supplement (FitStreet 6-Point Checklist)
How to Recommend Supplements to Clients
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
7 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a nutrition coach
  • Conduct a basic client consultation and assessment
  • Identify client goals, lifestyle patterns, and dietary habits
  • Track progress using simple and effective methods
  • Communicate professionally and motivate clients ethically
  • Understand scope of practice and ethical boundaries in nutrition coaching

What Does a Nutrition Coach Do?
First Client Consultation (FitStreet 10-Step Method)
Client Assessment Form
Progress Tracking
How to Motivate Clients
Red Flags — When NOT to Coach a Client
Ethics of a Nutrition Coach
CASE STUDIES (REAL-WORLD APPLICATION)
4 sections · 1 lectures

Learning Objectives

  • Apply theoretical nutrition knowledge to real-life client scenarios
  • Analyze client problems and identify key nutritional gaps
  • Design practical diet and lifestyle plans for general clients
  • Modify plans based on client response and progress
  • Develop problem-solving skills for common coaching challenges
  • Build confidence in handling real-world nutrition cases safely

Weight Loss Client
Weight Gain Client
Busy Working Professional
Vegetarian Female With Low Energy