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Smart Grocery Shopping Choices for Optimal Nutrition

Smart Grocery Shopping Choices for Optimal Nutrition

This course is part of Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness Specialization

Instructor: NASM Faculty

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Make intentional purchases that support your health and fitness goals.
Evaluate and compare products, making it easy to choose the ones that best support your needs.
Read and understand a nutrition label, including what key nutrients to look for and more.

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Taught in English

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This course simplifies grocery shopping to support your health and fitness goals. Learn to make intentional, nutrient-dense food choices with confidence. This course includes sample grocery lists, meal planning tips, product evaluation checklists, and instructions on reading nutrition labels. By the end, you'll be equipped to select and compare products effectively.

Welcome to NASM's Smart Grocery Shopping Choices for Optimal Nutrition course! This course explores the essential skills and strategies needed to navigate the modern food environment effectively. You will learn how to make informed food choices, overcome common shopping challenges, and plan nutritious meals while staying within a budget. By the end of this module, you'll be equipped with practical tools to enhance your dietary habits and support your health goals.

What's included

3 videos2 readings1 assignment1 app item1 discussion prompt

3 videosTotal 10 minutes

Navigating the Grocery Store2 minutes
Be a Smart and Savvy Shopper3 minutes
Warehouse Stores Vs. Grocery Stores4 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Before You Start10 minutes
Final Thoughts10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Final Exam30 minutes

1 app itemTotal 120 minutes

Course Reading120 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 20 minutes

What strategies do you use to overcome challenges in grocery shopping?20 minutes

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