Environmental Nutrition, Food Systems Sustainability, and Health (Minor)
Case Western Reserve University
Date Posted: Oct. 9, 2025
Submitted by: Robin Frederick
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Disciplines:
Health Sciences & Medicine,
Sustainability Studies & Science
Program Type: Minor
Description
The Environmental Nutrition, Food Systems Sustainability, and Health Minor will allow students to develop, examine, and apply knowledge in the related areas of food quality, feasible long-term global food systems, food science and chemistry, human nutrient requirements, and ethnic/cultural aspects of food production, selection, and preparation. A key concept will involve how environmental and sustainability issues directly affect the nutritive qualities of foods, thereby directly effecting human nutrition, health, and well-being.