A comprehensive study of metabolic regulation through caloric density and macronutrient composition. This course dissects the mechanisms of satiety signaling (leptin/ghrelin response), insulin sensitivity, and thermogenesis within a Whole Plant-Based (WFPB) framework. Students will learn to calculate and manipulate energy availability to achieve specific body composition goals—hypertrophy (gain), homeostasis (maintenance), or adipose reduction (loss)—relying on volumetric eating principles rather than caloric restriction alone.
