Nutrition
Duration: 30 Hours
The Nutrition course at the International Fitness Training Academy (IFTA), Mumbai is designed to help aspiring fitness professionals, personal trainers, and health enthusiasts understand the science of nutrition and its role in fitness and overall well-being. This program builds a strong foundation in food science, diet planning, and the connection between diet and exercise.
Course Curriculum
- Nutrition Definition & Nutritional Pyramid – Understanding food groups and balanced nutrition
- Carbohydrates – Role in energy and performance
- Proteins – Muscle growth, repair, and dietary sources
- Fats – Types, functions, and balance in diet
- Vitamins & Minerals – Essential micronutrients for health
- Food Synergism & Antagonism – How foods interact with each other
- Food Weight & Measures – Basics of portion control
- Food Labels & Laws – Reading and understanding packaged food information
- Energy Requirements – Calorie needs based on activity levels
- Diet Planning & Modifications – Creating and adapting meal plans
- Relationship between Diet & Exercise – Maximizing training outcomes through nutrition
- Food Supplements – Common supplements and their usage
- Condition-Specific Diets:
- Diabetes nutrition plans
- Hypothyroid diet recommendations




