Living habits - physiology and health

The course is based on a health-promoting and inclusive approach focused on a more equal health. Instruction is in the form of lectures, seminars, and laboratory sessions.

The course covers the following:
- Normal bodily functions: the cell, homeostasis, metabolism, the locomotor system, the nervous system, the endocrine system, blood, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the digestive system
- Physical activity with a focus on its health-promoting effects
- The absorption and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals in the human body in relation to health
- The significance of diet for common diseases such as diabetes, obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular disease
- National public health objectives, the recommendations of the Public Health Agency regarding physical activity, and the Nordic nutritional guidelines
- The health effects of stress, sleep, alcohol, and tobacco
- The connection between living habits and other health determinants such as structural factors, living conditions, the social environment, and the heredity and capabilities of individuals
- Evaluation of information in the area
- Ethical aspects relevant to living habits

Progressive specialisation: G1N (has only upper‐secondary level entry requirements)

Education level: Undergraduate level

Admission requirements: General admission requirements

Selection:

Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.

This course is included in the following programme

• Health, Environment and Society – Bachelor Program in Public Health Sciences (studied during year 1)