Ana Maria PelcastreLinda CoppNutrition 304May 8, 2013Final ReflectionI think what made nutrition 304 interesting and challenging at the same time was learning about all the specific details and nutrient requirements we need in the different stages of our lives. However, I think that yes it is very important to know all that information in order to answer questions the average population and non-nutrition majors may have. Looking back at the semester, one of the things I liked the most was learning how to calculate the BMI for children and to be aware of underweight and overweight percentiles. I also think it was interesting acquiring knowledge and learning what we can do when a person is being affected by certain pathologies. Also the Meal plan project was quite an experience. For example we got basic knowledge on how to create meal plans on a budget. I also became more familiar with myplate.gov and the types of foods that met 75% of the DRIs for our individual. I was also able to apply some of the things I learned from nutrition 205 such as menu costing calculations. I think this experience is a must for us as nutrition majors because it will be definitely something we will do in the future or the present. For example, I have seen internship programs that require that knowledge and also we need to know that for the Registered Dietitian Internship. Also I am glad I learned it because now I will be able to plan my own meals as well and practicing all these skills and benefit myself and my family. Over all, I think the class was interesting and Linda was also helpful in answering questions and presenting new information related to specific topics. I also liked the extra credit opportunity.