Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS): Test Prep & Study Guide

Refer to the video and text lessons in this study guide to help you review major concepts covered on the Nutrition Specialist certification exam. You can use this course to review topics such as metabolism, digestion and the roles of different nutrients.

• Ch 1. Fundamental Principles of Nutrition
• Ch 2. Life Cycle Stages & Nutrition
• Ch 3. Energy Balance & The Body
• Ch 4. The Chemical Composition of Nutrients
• Ch 5. Nutritional Biochemistry
• Ch 6. Fluid, Electrolyte & Acid-Base Balance
• Ch 7. Nutrition-Related Physiology
• Ch 8. Digestion & Nutrient Absorption
• Ch 9. Metabolism of Nutrients
• Ch 10. Carbohydrates in Health & Nutrition
• Ch 11. Protein's Role in Nutrition
• Ch 12. Lipids in Health & Nutrition
• Ch 13. Vitamins in Nutrition
• Ch 14. Minerals in Health & Nutrition
• Ch 15. Symptoms of Mineral Deficiency & Toxicity
• Ch 16. Meeting Nutrient Requirements
• Ch 17. Nutritional Assessment
• Ch 18. Factors Affecting Nutrient Needs
• Ch 19. Clinical Intervention & Monitoring
• Ch 20. MNT for Physiological Disorders
• Ch 21. MNT for Other Medical Conditions
• Ch 22. Drug & Nutrient Interactions
• Ch 23. Dietary Therapeutics & Behavior Optimization
• Ch 24. The Risk of Eating Disorders to Nutrition
• Ch 25. Public Health in Nutrition
• Ch 26. Practice Management
• Ch 27. Certified Nutrition Specialist Flashcards