(HS Ruiz 060031 2021) Weight Loss and Metabolism
Tracking # 20-913723
Course overview
Struggling with weight loss or weight maintenance? If you are, you will know that it is more complex than eat less and exercise more. In this course, you will learn why eat less and exercise more, can set us up for yo yo dieting and wreak havoc on our metabolism. You will distinguish the metabolic factors and hormones that regulate appetite and satiety. You will develop strategies, diets and interventions for boosting metabolism and balancing hormones. In addition, we will evaluate the special metabolic needs of pregnant/breastfeeding, athletes, gastric bypass and cancer.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz has an employment relationship with Enliven Mental Health Clinic. She receives a
speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. Dr. Ruiz serves on the advisory board for
Evergreen Certifications. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz has no relevant non-financial relationships.