Eating is a voluntary and conscious act in which we choose and consume food to meet our body’s physiological and energy needs.
Nutrition, on the other hand, is the set of processes that take place in the body after eating, that is, as soon as food is placed in the mouth. These processes encompass the absorption, transport, metabolism and excretion of the nutrients contained in food. Nutrition is an involuntary and unconscious process in which the body digests food, extracts the necessary nutrients and uses them to maintain vital functions, support growth, produce energy and ensure the proper functioning of our metabolism.
To achieve good nutrition, it is essential to follow a varied and balanced diet that includes foods from all food groups in appropriate quantities. This means consuming a wide variety of healthy foods such as fruit, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and healthy fats, which will have a positive impact on our physical and emotional wellbeing.
In today’s society, characterised by a fast-paced and hectic lifestyle, it is common to find people who opt for fast food, ultra-processed foods and foods of poor nutritional quality; this eating pattern has a negative impact on health. We must not forget that a poor diet can lead to nutritional problems, such as nutritional deficiencies or excess calories, which can result in long-term health issues.
The public’s growing concern for health, particularly healthy eating, is creating an increasing demand for nutrition professionals. At the UAX Rafa Nadal School of Sport, aware of these needs, we have been training Dietitians and Nutritionists for over 25 years on our face-to-face degree in nutrition and the distance-learning degree in nutrition and dietetics , equipping them to apply their knowledge to promote healthy, wholesome and balanced eating within society.
If your passion is improving the health and diet of others, the Double Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD), Nutrition and Dietetics is an excellent choice. This combination of studies will open up a wide range of career opportunities in the fields of sport and health. By obtaining these two qualifications, you will excel in both sports coaching and nutrition, preparing you to play key roles in people’s physical and nutritional wellbeing.
Start your journey towards a successful career in these fields!
