Level 5 Nutrition Course: Nutrition and Immunity
This elite Level 5 provides learners with in-depth knowledge and understanding to give evidence-based advice on dietary approaches that support their client’s gut health.
This elite Level 5 provides learners with in-depth knowledge and understanding to give evidence-based advice on dietary approaches that support their client’s gut health.
This qualification builds on teachings from our Level 4 RSPH and Level 3 Courses. It provides students with an in-depth understanding of how diet supports the optimal functioning of the immune system. Throughout the course, you will gain advanced-level skills and an understanding of the optimal process of immune function, including auto-immune conditions and balancing gut bacteria.
Qualifications included:
Our Association for Nutrition (AfN) accredited courses meet rigorous industry standards, ensuring high-quality education in evidence-based nutrition. Designed to align with AfN competencies, these courses provide the knowledge and skills needed for professional practice, supporting career progression in health, wellness, and dietary science.
This topic introduces the cells, tissues and organs of the immune system and explains how they function to prevent infection and disease. You will explore the different types of immunity such as innate, acquired and passive and how factors such as ageing can affect our immune function. You will also learn about what happens when the immune system fails to function correctly, including immunodeficiency and autoimmune disorders.
In recent years, the growing understanding of the fundamental role of gut bacteria in the regulation of the immune system has revolutionised the field of immunology. You will discover how diet, including prebiotic and probiotic foods, can support the balance of your gut bacteria. You will also learn about factors affecting the permeability of the intestine and the development and potential consequences of ‘leaky gut’ syndrome.
A diet rich in vitamins and minerals is important for many aspects of health including immune function. You will learn about the specific roles that micronutrients and antioxidants play in the immune system and explore the potential impact of micronutrient deficiency on the risk of infectious and non-infectious diseases. You will also explore whether the use of vitamin and mineral supplements can be beneficial in preventing viral infections such as cold and flu.
Auto-immune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis and allergies are increasingly common. You will learn how diet is implicated in the development of some auto-immune conditions. You will also learn about the evidence supporting the effectiveness of different dietary approaches in managing the symptoms of auto-immune conditions.
You will discover what dietary practices are associated with optimal immune function. Diets low in processed foods and higher in antioxidants, Omega-3 fatty acids, and certain herbs and spices have all been reported to support better immune function. You will also explore the potential benefits of anti-inflammatory diets for the prevention and management of certain chronic health conditions such as cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
Qualifying as a nutrition expert with Future Fit means your skills will be in demand. We’ll help you make the most of the opportunities available with additional advice, guidance and ongoing support.
Once qualified, we provide expert continuing care and guidance, helping you build a successful business or achieve a fulfilling career either in nutrition or with nutrition as another important string to your bow.
Our courses set the benchmark for industry training and ongoing support. If you’re ready to get started, so are we.
