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Thanks to this complete program, you will be an expert in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism in just a few months"
In the face of health problems or chronic diseases, diet and physical activity play a fundamental role that cannot be overlooked if real health problems are to be avoided. This is the case of athletes who require specific dietary plans for diabetes or specific diets for vegetarians and vegans. Increasingly, professionals with specialized and specific knowledge who are able to adapt planning in the field of sports nutrition are more and more in demand in the job market.
This is the reason why TECH has designed a Postgraduate diploma in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism with which it seeks to provide students with skills and competencies with which to carry out this work with maximum quality and efficiency for the health of patients. This, through a syllabus that addresses topics such as Vegetarianism and Veganism in the history of sport, biochemical assessment, nutritional strategies, sports supplementation, among others.
All this, thanks to a 100% online mode that allows students to combine their studies with their other day-to-day obligations, with total freedom and without the need to travel. In addition, with the full availability of the most complete didactic materials, up-to-date information and the latest the most complete didactic materials, the most updated information and the latest teaching technologies.
Get to stand out in an agile and precise way in a booming sector in the area of Sports Nutrition"
This Postgraduate diploma in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism contains the most complete and up-to-date Scientific program on the market. Its most outstanding features are:
- The development of case studies presented by experts in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism
- The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
- Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
- Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
- Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
- Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
Delve into the fundamentals of a diet plan based on Vegetarianism and Veganism, without leaving home and from any device with Internet connection"
The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.
The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.
This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.
Acquire comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge on common errors in the vegan athlete"
Deepen your knowledge on Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, thanks to a complete and dynamic TECHprogram"
Syllabus
The structure and contents of this syllabus have been designed by leading experts in the field, who have contributed their specialized knowledge and extensive experience to create a Postgraduate diploma in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism that is unique and meets the highest expectations.
Expertly designed syllabus and quality content that will take you as far as you want to go in the field of Sports Nutrition"
Module 1. Different Stages or Specific Population Groups
1.1. Nutrition in the Female Athlete
1.1.1. Limiting Factors
1.1.2. Requirements
1.2. Menstrual Cycle
1.2.1. Luteal Phase
1.2.2. Follicular Phase
1.3. Triad
1.3.1. Amenorrea
1.3.2. Osteoporosis
1.4. Nutrition in the Pregnant Female Athlete
1.4.1. Energy Requirements
1.4.2. Micronutrients
1.5. The Effects of Physical Exercise on the Child Athlete
1.5.1. Strength Training
1.5.2. Endurance Training
1.6. Nutritional Education in the Child Athlete
1.6.1. Sugar
1.6.2. Eating Disorders
1.7. Nutritional Requirements in the Child Athlete
1.7.1. Carbohydrates
1.7.2. Proteins
1.8. Changes Associated with Aging
1.8.1. % Body Fat
1.8.2. Muscle Mass
1.9. Main Problems in Older Athletes
1.9.1. Joints
1.9.2. Cardiovascular Health
1.10. Interesting Supplements for Older Athletes
1.10.1. Whey Protein
1.10.2. Creatine
Module 2. Vegetarianism and Veganism
2.1. Vegetarianism and Veganism in the History of Sport
2.1.1. The Beginnings of Veganism in Sport
2.1.2. Vegetarian Athletes Today
2.2. Different Types of Vegan Food
2.2.1. The Vegan Athlete
2.2.2. The Vegetarian Athlete
2.3. Common Errors in the Vegan Athlete
2.3.1. Energy Balance
2.3.2. Protein Consumption
2.4. Vitamin B12
2.4.1. B12 Supplementation
2.4.2. Bioavailability of Spirulina Algae
2.5. Protein Sources in the Vegan/Vegetarian Diet
2.5.1. Protein Quality
2.5.2. Environmental Sustainability
2.6. Other Key Nutrients in Vegans
2.6.1. Conversion of ALA to EPA/DHA
2.6.2. Fe, Ca, Vit-D and Zn
2.7. Biochemical Assessment/Nutritional Deficiencies
2.7.1. Anaemia
2.7.2. Sarcopenia
2.8. Vegan Diet vs. Omnivorous Diet
2.8.1. Evolutionary Food
2.8.2. Current Food
2.9. Ergogenic Aids
2.9.1. Creatine
2.9.2. Vegetable Protein
2.10. Factors that Decrease Nutrient Absorption
2.10.1. High Fiber Intake
2.10.2. Oxalates
Module 3. The Type 1 Diabetic Athlete
3.1. Knowing about Diabetes and its Pathology
3.1.1. The Incidence of Diabetes
3.1.2. Pathophysiology of Diabetes
3.1.3. The Consequences of Diabetes
3.2. Exercise Physiology in People with Diabetes
3.2.1. Maximal, Submaximal Exercise and Muscle Metabolism during Exercise
3.2.2. Differences in the Metabolic Level during Exercise in People with Diabetes
3.3. Exercise in People with Type 1 Diabetes
3.3.1. Exercise in People with Type 1 Diabetes
3.3.2. Exercise Duration and Carbohydrate Intake
3.4. Exercise in People with Type 2 Diabetes. Blood Sugar Control
3.4.1. Risks of Physical Activity in People with Type 2 Diabetes
3.4.2. Benefits of Exercise in People with Type 2 Diabetes
3.5. Exercise in Children and Adolescents with Diabetes
3.5.1. Metabolic Effects of Exercise
3.5.2. Precautions during Exercise
3.6. Insulin Therapy and Exercise
3.6.1. Insulin Infusion Pump
3.6.2. Types of Insulins
3.7. Nutritional Strategies during Sport and Exercise in Type 1 Diabetes
3.7.1. From Theory to Practice
3.7.2. Carbohydrate Intake Before, During and After Physical Exercise
3.7.3. Hydration Before, During and After Physical Exercise
3.8. Nutritional Planning in Endurance Sports
3.8.1. Marathon
3.8.2. Cycling
3.9. Nutritional Planning in Team Sports
3.9.1. Soccer
3.9.2. Rugby
3.10. Sports Supplements and Diabetes
3.10.1. Potentially Beneficial Supplements for Athletes with Diabetes
The teaching materials of this program, elaborated by these specialists, have contents that are completely applicable to your professional experiences"
Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism
If you are a physical therapist passionate about patient health and wellness, TECH Global University's Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Nutrition in Diabetes, Vegetarianism and Veganism for Physiotherapists is the perfect program to expand your knowledge and offer a specialized approach. Through our 6-month online classes, you will acquire key knowledge in sports nutrition, especially in the contexts of diabetes, vegetarianism and veganism. Here, we are dedicated to providing cutting-edge academic programs that are tailored to the needs of healthcare professionals. Our Postgraduate Diploma is delivered online, allowing you to access classes from anywhere and at a time that best suits your needs. During the program, you will explore in depth the relationship between nutrition, sport and the different contexts of diabetes, vegetarianism and veganism. You will learn how to design appropriate meal plans for each case, taking into account the specific nutritional needs of your patients. You will also analyze the latest research and trends in sports nutrition, allowing you to provide an approach based on scientific evidence.
Discover key knowledge for physical therapists in diabetes, vegetarianism and veganism
You will have a highly trained teaching team, made up of experts in sports nutrition and physiotherapy professionals. Through interactive lectures, case studies and hands-on activities, you will develop an in-depth understanding of the relationship between nutrition and sports performance, as well as its impact on patients' health and well-being. Upon completion of the program, you will be able to apply the knowledge acquired to provide a specialized approach to sports nutrition to patients, especially in the contexts of diabetes, vegetarianism and veganism. You will be able to design personalized meal plans, provide evidence-based nutritional recommendations and contribute to improving the patient's sports performance and quality of life. Enroll today and take your practice to a new level.