Fitness and Nutrition

Fitness and nutrition are fundamental components of public health, emphasizing the importance of physical activity and healthy eating habits in preventing chronic diseases and promoting overall well-being. Understanding the science behind fitness and nutrition helps develop effective public health programs and interventions. Career paths in this field include nutritionist, dietitian, fitness trainer, public health educator, wellness coach, and roles within community health organizations.

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ANTHRO 3070 - Human Variation

ANTHRO 3151 - Evolution of the Human Diet

ANTHRO 3240 - Human Growth and Development

ANTHRO 3280 - Anthropology of Infectious Diseases

ANTHRO 3310 - Health, Healing and Ethics: Intro to Medical Anthropology

ANTHRO 3602 - Environmental Inequality: Toxicity, Health, and Justice

ANTHRO 3875 - Pharmaceutical Personhood

ANTHRO 4104 - Topics in Anthropology: Tech and Health: Minds, Bodies, Societies

ANTHRO 4215 - Anthropology of Food

ANTHRO 4312 - Environmental Interactions and Human Health

ANTHRO 4323 - Life at the Extremes

ANTHRO 4581 - Principles of Human Anatomy and Development