Presents nutrition science as a key element for optimal living, health, and academic success. Students will explore nutrients, metabolism, review diets, dietary analysis, and evaluate the health effects of nutrition. The course also introduces fitness and wellness principles, integrating them with nutrition through various conditioning exercises. Students will develop time management, goal setting, and self-care strategies that support both college achievement and lifelong wellness. This holistic approach empowers students to make informed choices that enhance their physical health and academic performance. Students will perform at least 15 hours of documented physical activity for this course. LW 222 fulfills the Lifelong Wellness graduation requirement.