The Science of Dietary Fibre and Digestive Health – for Pharmacists

This course is aimed at pharmacists and aims to explain the science behind the different types of dietary fibre, current UK intakes of fibre and the foods that provide fibre in the diet, and the practical ways that people can increase their fibre intake, including case studies with specific information on a number of health conditions.

The Science of Dietary Fibre and Digestive Health – for Pharmacists

This course is aimed at pharmacists and aims to explain the science behind the different types of dietary fibre, current UK intakes of fibre and the foods that provide fibre in the diet, and the practical ways that people can increase their fibre intake, including case studies with specific information on a number of health conditions.

Description

The course covers:

  • Module 1 – The science of dietary fibre
  • Module 2 – The health benefits of dietary fibre
  • Module 3 – Case Studies

Each module has an end test, providing you with feedback on your progress. Further reading is also suggested.

On successful completion of a final assessment, a personalised BNF certificate is created. (The final assessment may be repeated).

This course will take approximately 1-2 hours to complete. You can complete the course at your own pace – there is no time limit.

This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until February 28th 2018.

Accreditation applies only to the educational content of the programme and does not apply to any product.

BNF is grateful for the financial support provided by Kellogg’s to produce these training modules. However the content has been developed by BNF alone.

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