Develop a solid understanding of the nutrition needs for adults over 50. This comprehensive course will cover the following: 1) Which vitamins and minerals to increase or decrease, 2) The latest research on intakes of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, 3) Are supplements necessary? How to find safe and effective supplements, 4) How to tweak your diet to maximize nutrients without feeling deprived of what you like, 5) Fad diets and nutritional quackery: how to spot a sham, 6) How to reduce your risk and/or manage Type 2 diabetes and heart disease with diet, 7) Hydration needs, and 8) Can your diet help you feel healthier?