The Center for Human Nutrition promotes the teaching of nutrition at all levels of UT Southwestern Medical Center. Neglect of this subject in the past has fostered the growth of myths and half-truths.

Therefore, in addition to improving the general curriculum of medical students, the nutrition center will upgrade understanding in the entire medical community with seminars and other scientific presentations. The nutrition center will bring to the Dallas community an active educational program that includes clinical consultation for treatment of patients with specific problems such as obesity, malnutrition and dietary risk factors, a program for industrial organizations involved in preparation of food products, and a campaign for public education that includes seminars and media presentations.