Genetics & Nutrition
Explore the links between genetics and nutrition
Integrate an approach based on genetics and epigenetics to refine your assessment and personalise your care.
Why take this course?
Every patient is unique. Your approach should be too.
Why do some patients fail to respond despite appropriate nutritional care? This course explores the influence of genetics and epigenetics on nutritional responses. It enables you to:
- Integrate genetic analysis into your consultations.
- Understand the impact of genetic variations on nutrition that may explain some treatment failures.
- Adapt your nutritional strategies to individual genetic profiles.
100 %
Online
8–10 hrs
Of learning
540 €
VAT not applicable
Course programme
Course content Genetics and Nutrition
From the fundamentals to practical application, progress step by step and connect knowledge with your specialty.
Is this course right for you?
Who it is for
Physicians specialising in nutrition, diabetologists, endocrinologists, general practitioners and healthcare professionals working in nutrition.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of nutrition is required. The fundamentals of genetics are covered at the start of the course. An optional nutrition refresher module is available on request.
01 · Introduction to genetics and epigenetics
Explore the fundamental principles of genetics — DNA, genes, polymorphisms, mutations and more — and understand their role in human health.
Also explore epigenetics, the fascinating discipline showing how the environment (diet, stress and physical activity) can switch certain genes on or off.
This introduction will help you approach your patients’ genetic data confidently and appropriately in your everyday practice.
02 · Nutrigenomics
Learn how nutrients modify gene expression, influencing cellular functions, inflammation, metabolism and immunity.
You will discover how certain foods can act as genetic "activators" or "moderators", opening the way to targeted prevention.
You will understand how these factors interact with the body’s physiological mechanisms.
This section is essential for connecting conventional nutrition with a personalised approach based on genetic data.
03 · Nutrigenetics
Understand how genetic variations (SNPs) modulate the way an individual digests, absorbs or metabolises nutrients.
You will learn to read and interpret simple genetic profiles to adjust dietary recommendations according to personal predispositions.
Using practical cases, you will learn to propose food choices suited to each person’s genetic sensitivities, including lactose intolerance, omega-3 metabolism and salt sensitivity.
04 · Personalised nutrition
Move from theory to practice by learning to incorporate genetic data into your nutritional advice.
You will be able to develop tailored dietary plans that take into account the patient’s genetic profile, lifestyle and health goals.
A distinctive, science-based approach to improving effectiveness, patient loyalty and recognition for the support you provide.
05 · Practical factsheets: foods, genes and conditions
Access clear, concise factsheets linking key foods with target genes and common conditions such as diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disorders.
These tools will help you apply your knowledge quickly and effectively during consultations.
You will have a strong visual resource for explaining your recommendations to patients and strengthening their engagement with your approach.
How it works
A course that fits your schedule
Accessibility
The platform is available 24/7 from an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone. Spread your 8 to 10 hours of study over 12 weeks. Educational support is included.
For any questions relating to a disability or an adjustment you may need, contact contact@adn-academy.com.
Fees and funding
€540 — VAT not applicable. The course is self-funded, with the option to pay in three interest-free instalments. The team will support your enrolment request.
Assessment
A course completion certificate is issued after the final assessment.
Putting knowledge into perspective
Clinical situations to inform your thinking
Découvrez les cas cliniques publiés par ADN Academy pour mettre en perspective les thèmes de la formation.
Case 01
Severe obesity
Le parcours d’une patiente confrontée à une obésité sévère et à des régimes répétés.
Case 02
Hypercholestérolémie familiale et génétique
Une situation pour explorer les prédispositions génétiques et la variabilité des réponses aux traitements du cholestérol.
Case 03
Syndrome de l’intestin irritable
Des troubles digestifs chroniques pour comprendre les interactions entre prédispositions, environnement et accompagnement du patient.
Before you begin
Answers to your questions
Who is this course for?
Elle s’adresse aux professionnels de santé souhaitant approfondir la dimension génétique et épigénétique appliquée à la nutrition, notamment les médecins nutritionnistes. Les diabétologues, endocrinologues ou encore les médecins généralistes sont également concernés.
Do I need prior knowledge of genetics?
Non, les bases de la génétique et de l’épigénétique sont expliquées au début de la formation. Le contenu est progressif, y compris pour les praticiens qui n’ont pas abordé ces sujets en profondeur.
Do I need a background in nutrition?
Yes, a grounding in nutrition is required. If your knowledge needs updating, an optional module offers a refresher. Contact the team to check whether the course suits your background.
How much time should I allow?
Allow 8 to 10 hours of study, which you can spread freely over 12 weeks of access. You progress at your own pace on a platform available 24/7.
How can I connect the course with my practice?
The practical factsheets and case studies help you relate the concepts to clinical situations and enrich your thinking when working with patients.
Why do nutritional responses vary between patients?
Responses can be influenced by several individual factors, including metabolic, inflammatory and hormonal factors. The course invites you to consider this variability to refine your assessment.
Your next step
Get the programme or enrol
Receive the detailed programme or enrol on the course Genetics & Nutrition.
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