Human milk is isosmotic (of similar ion concentration; in this case human milk and plasma are of similar ion concentration) and therefore meets the requirements for infants without other forms of food or water.

The major subjects covered in Food & Nutrition curriculum are Principles of Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Family Meal Management, Food Preservation, Quantity Food Service and Physical Facilities, Food Science, Food Service Management, Chemistry and other subjects.

MSc in Food & Nutrition jobs include Clinical Nutritionist/Dietitian, Food Service Manager, Health and Wellness Coach, Nutrition Educator and Food Technologist.