Orthomolecular Medicine Fundamentals Course (university degree + 8 ECTS credits)

The course in Fundamentals of Ortomolecular Medicine is justified by its holistic and personalized approach in health approach. It provides health professionals and students with a deep understanding of the principles of orthomolecular medicine and their application in the prevention and treatment of various conditions, such as hypervitaminosis. When focusing on the biochemical balance of the organism through natural nutrients and compounds, orthomolecular medicine complements conventional therapies and promotes preventive medicine. With the support of scientific evidence, this emerging approach satisfies the growing demand for more natural and effective approaches in health care, allowing professionals to remain updated.

- Understand the fundamental principles of orthomolecular medicine and its holistic approach in health promotion - become familiar with the relationship between nutrition and biochemical balance of the organism, and how this affects health. - Know the different types of nutrients and compounds used in orthomolecular medicine. - Learn how to perform an individualized nutritional evaluation. - Identify the indications and contraindications for the use of nutritional supplements.

After completing the course in Fundamentals of Orthomolecular Medicine, participants have various related professional exits. They can become specialized doctors in orthomolecular medicine, applying this approach to treating and preventing diseases. They can also exercise orthomolecular nutritionists, designing personalized feeding plans.

The course in Orthomolecular Medicine Fundamentals prepares participants to acquire solid knowledge in the orthomolecular medicine approach and its application in the promotion of health and disease prevention. Students will learn the fundamental principles of orthomolecular medicine, understanding the relationship between nutrition and biochemical balance of the organism.

This course is especially aimed at doctors, although it is a degree within the teachings of the university that does not enable for professional practice, so according to article 37.7 of Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28, which establishes the organization of university teachings and the procedure to assure their quality for the degrees encompassed within the own teachings that do not require prior university degrees for access to The same, the purpose of them is the expansion and update of knowledge, competences and training or professional skills that contribute to a better labor insertion of citizens and citizens without university degree, so it will be open to every person without a healthculation health university degree that is interested in carrying it out.