ANTH 5040 - Anthropology of Food and Nutrition

Examines the myriad relationships between food as a biological necessity and eating as a socially and culturally conditioned activity. Takes a biocultural perspective that considers not only the tremendous variety of foods we eat, but also the complex meanings and importance attached to food and eating. Prereq: Introductory course in anthropology and graduate standing. Cross-listed with ANTH 4040. Semester Hours: 3 to 3