What are the main functions of the 13 essential vitamins in naturopathic nutrition?

The course explains how each vitamin supports functions such as energy metabolism, immunity, skin health, blood clotting, vision, and bone maintenance.

How can prebiotic and probiotic foods support gut health?

Prebiotics feed beneficial gut bacteria, while probiotics provide live beneficial microbes that may help support digestive balance.

Why might people with SIBO choose cooked foods instead of raw foods at first?

Cooked foods are often easier to digest and may reduce fermentable fibres that can worsen bloating or discomfort in some people with SIBO.

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Free online course Naturopathic Nutrition

Duration of the online course: 3 hours and 29 minutes

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Boost gut health and energy with this free online nutrition course—learn vitamins, proteins, mindful eating, and immune support with practical insights.

In this free course, learn about

Functions of all 13 vitamins, with emphasis on vitamin D sources and deficiency basics
Role of phytonutrients in health and how plant compounds support wellbeing
Gut healing fundamentals: detox/herbal cleanse concepts, prebiotics vs probiotics, why gut matters
How digestion and absorption work, incl. carbohydrate breakdown of starches before absorption
How to increase and support stomach acid naturally and why adequate acid is important
Protein functions, amino acids, and protein denaturation (e.g., pH effects like lemon on fish)
Pros/cons of raw foods and why cooked foods may help initially for SIBO
Mindful eating principles: hunger/fullness cues and effects of overeating
Health impacts of refined sugar and why it’s considered detrimental
Food energetics and constitutional balance concepts from traditional medicine
Digestive system defenses: gut-associated lymphoid tissue and its immune role
Immune defenses overview: skin barrier, second-line defense, and how fever can be beneficial
Why some viral infections recur (e.g., flu) and basics of immune memory/variation
Basics of naturopathic nutrition history/philosophy and key guiding principles, plus diabetes symptoms

About the free online course

Build a deeper, more practical understanding of how food shapes the way you feel with this free online course in naturopathic nutrition. Designed for anyone interested in health, nutrition, and weight management, it connects modern nutrition science with naturopathic philosophy to help you make smarter everyday choices without relying on fads. You will explore how the body uses key nutrients, what can undermine digestive function, and why a resilient gut often sits at the center of long-term wellbeing.

Rather than treating nutrition as a list of rules, the course guides you through the why behind common recommendations. You will gain clarity on vitamins and their functions, the role of proteins and amino acids, and what happens to food as it moves through digestion and absorption. You will also look at how factors like stomach acid, food preparation methods, and patterns such as overeating can influence comfort, nutrient availability, and cravings over time. This foundation helps you evaluate nutrition claims with more confidence and translate knowledge into sustainable habits.

A major theme is digestive health and its ripple effects. You will examine approaches often discussed in naturopathic settings, including support for the gut environment, the difference between prebiotic and probiotic foods, and why some people may temporarily do better with specific food textures or cooking methods. You will also consider mindful eating and the subtle cues that distinguish physical hunger from stress-driven or routine-based eating, an essential skill for anyone working toward a healthier relationship with food.

The course also links nutrition to whole-body resilience, exploring how the digestive system connects with immune defenses, how the body responds to common stress signals, and how food can influence mood. By bringing together digestion, immunity, and lifestyle, you will come away with a more integrated perspective—useful for personal health goals or for anyone considering a broader path in nutrition and wellness. Learning is reinforced with knowledge checks throughout, helping you confirm understanding as you go and keep momentum from lesson to lesson.

Course content

Video class: All 13 Vitamins and their Functions Explained I Free Online Class 04m
Exercise: Which of the following statements about phytonutrients is true?
Video class: How To Heal Your Gut | Detox and Herbal Cleanse 02m
Exercise: Which of the following foods are considered beneficial for improving gut health due to their prebiotic and probiotic properties?
Video class: How can we Increase and Support Stomach Acid? 03m
Exercise: Which of the following is a suggested method for naturally increasing stomach acid levels in clients?
Video class: Functions of proteins I Free Online Class 03m
Exercise: Which of the following statements is true about protein denaturation?
Video class: Pros and cons of Raw foods 02m
Exercise: Why might someone with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) initially choose to consume more cooked foods instead of raw foods?
Video class: Do you eat only when you are hungry? 04m
Exercise: In the context of mindful eating, which of the following statements is true?
Video class: How do we absorb food? 02m
Exercise: What must happen to carbohydrates like starches before they can be absorbed by the body?
Video class: Nutrition for Everyday Living | New CNM Course 02m
Exercise: What is one common reason refined sugar is considered detrimental to health?
Video class: Food energetics 05m
Exercise: Which concept in traditional medicine refers to the energetic balance we are born with, influencing characteristic patterns of imbalance throughout life?
Video class: What happens when we overeat? 03m
Exercise: What is a potential consequence of regularly overeating, especially foods that are nutritionally deficient?

Video class: Sources of Vitamin D except for The Sun 01m
Exercise: Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of vitamin D deficiency?
Video class: What We Eat Is What We Feel | How Food Influences Our Mood 02m
Exercise: Why is maintaining a healthy gut important?
Video class: Digestive System Defences 01m
Exercise: What percentage of the body's immune system is located in the digestive system, as represented by gut-associated lymphoid tissue?
Video class: How Can Fever Be Beneficial To Our Body? 01m
Exercise: Why might it be beneficial for the body to experience a fever at temperatures below 39.5 degrees Celsius?
Video class: Why Viruses Come Back? EXPLAINED 01m
Exercise: Why do people often experience recurrent infections with viruses like the flu?
Video class: The Immune System And Skin Barrier EXPLAINED | Viruses 09m
Exercise: What is the primary function of the body's second line of defense in the immune system?

Video class: Naturopathic Nutrition: History and Philosophy 06m
Exercise: Which of the following best describes the fundamental principle of naturopathic nutrition?
Video class: The Signs And Symptoms of Diabetes in Men and Women | Nutritional Expert 04m
Exercise: Which of the following is a common symptom of type 1 diabetes?
Video class: The Importance of Adrenal Glands Explained 03m
Exercise: What is the primary effect of adrenaline and noradrenaline during a stress response?
Video class: Amino Acids 05m
Exercise: What is the process called when proteins lose their 3D structure due to changes in pH, such as when lemon juice is added to raw fish?
Video class: Effects of eating junk food 04m
Exercise: What is one of the primary effects of high refined sugar content in junk food on the body?
Video class: What governs digestion? 04m
Exercise: What is the primary role of the myenteric plexus within the enteric nervous system?

Video class: CNM Veggie Walk | Episode 01 04m
Exercise: What is a key nutritional benefit of green beans as mentioned in the text?
Video class: What is Naturopathy? | History explained 05m
Exercise: What is a key philosophy of naturopathy as taught in naturopathic nutrition?
Video class: What are Superfoods 04m
Exercise: What is a key characteristic of true superfoods?
Video class: What is Chlorophyll 04m
Exercise: What characteristic differentiates chlorophyll from hemoglobin in terms of their molecular structure?
Video class: Benefits of Seaweed 08m
Video class: CNM Veggie Walk | Episode 01 04m
Exercise: What is a key benefit of green beans in terms of blood sugar regulation?

Video class: The benefits of Naturopathic Nutrition 03m
Exercise: According to the principles discussed, what is the primary purpose of consuming food?
Video class: Vitamin A 04m
Exercise: What form of Vitamin A is directly used by the body without needing conversion from provitamin sources?
Video class: Here's why you should never freeze food containing Vitamin E 03m
Exercise: Which of the following statements is true about vitamin E and its compounds?
Video class: How to lose weight FAST with Seaweed 03m
Exercise: What is one reason seaweed is considered beneficial for healthy weight management?
Video class: How you could be absorbing high Metal Levels | Detox 08m
Exercise: When implementing a heavy metal detox protocol, what is an important first step to ensure effective detoxification?
Video class: The power of Vitamin C 02m
Exercise: What is a primary function of vitamin C beyond its role in the immune system?
Video class: Everything about Sprouts 05m
Exercise: What is one of the major benefits of consuming sprouts during their early growth stage?
Video class: What is a Naturopathic Diet? 02m
Exercise: Why is it recommended to consume a range of differently colored organic vegetables?
Video class: Key plant pigments in Naturopathic Diet 04m
Exercise: Which of the following phytonutrients is known for its red pigment and enhanced bioavailability when tomatoes are cooked?
Video class: Health Tips for 2022 02m
Exercise: What factors are integral to maintaining optimal health according to naturopathic nutrition principles?
Video class: Traditional diets 03m
Exercise: What dietary pattern is associated with a reduced risk of Western diseases such as cancer and diabetes, according to studies?

Video class: Benefits of Breastfeeding 02m
Exercise: What is a benefit of breastfeeding for mothers in the context of postpartum recovery?
Video class: Pregnancy Energetics Explained 03m
Exercise: During pregnancy and early postpartum, which type of foods should be avoided to prevent excess dampness from an energetic perspective?
Video class: What is Ayurveda 02m
Exercise: What is the significance of the Atharva Veda in the context of Ayurveda?
Video class: CNM’s Accredited Online Nutrition Course 04m
Video class: Fat Debate 08m
Exercise: What is one of the primary functions of lipids in the human body?
Video class: Improve your immune system NATURALLY | Nutritionist Lecturer Bobby Qureshi 05m
Exercise: Which of the following foods is recommended for naturally supporting the immune system, according to naturopathic principles?
Video class: Phytonutrients 05m
Exercise: What is the role of phytonutrients in plants?
Video class: Dietary Carbohydrates 03m
Exercise: Which of the following best describes a complex carbohydrate that cannot be digested by humans but aids in regulating bowel motions?
Video class: Nutrition During Childhood 03m
Exercise: During the first year of life, what significant physical change typically occurs in infants?
Video class: Fertility and Pregnancy 04m
Exercise: Which of the following aspects is emphasized as crucial in the postpartum period according to naturopathic nutrition principles discussed in the lecture?

Video class: I dramatically improved my family’s health by studying nutrition 02m
Exercise: What motivated the speaker to study nutrition?
Video class: Can NUTRITION and LIFESTYLE improve ones’ health? Rebecca Nelson, Nutrition Student 03m
Exercise: According to the principles taught at the College of Naturopathic Medicine, why might someone choose organic foods over non-organic options?
Video class: “I want to make a difference to people’s lives” - Naturopathic Nutrition Graduate 02m
Exercise: What perspective is emphasized by the College of Naturopathic Medicine in their nutritional therapy teaching?