CB126 – Cellular Biology

Course Description

Cellular Biology explores the foundations of life at the microscopic level, emphasizing how cell structure, function, and biochemical processes influence whole-body health. Building on core biochemistry, this course examines cellular environments, nutrient exchange, metabolism, and the conditions required for optimal cellular function. Students will also study the impact of modern lifestyle factors—such as toxicity, inflammation, oxidation, oxygen deficiency, and nutrient imbalance—on cellular integrity and long-term health outcomes.

Grounded in a Christian, holistic perspective, this course highlights the body’s God-designed capacity for repair, renewal, and healthy growth. Students will analyze how genetics and epigenetics shape wellness, explore how free radicals affect cellular health, and develop practical approaches to strengthening cellular resilience for improved systemic function and disease prevention.

Students will learn:

• Understand cell structure, function, communication, and energy production.
• Evaluate the biological terrain needed for healthy cellular growth and repair.
• Identify the effects of free radicals, inflammation, toxicity, and oxygen deprivation.
• Explain DNA synthesis, cellular replication, and the role of epigenetics.
• Connect cellular health to whole-body wellness and preventive care.
• Apply foundational knowledge to real-world health, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies.

By the end of this course, students will have a clear understanding of how cellular biology supports healthy development, informs disease prevention, and reinforces the body’s innate ability to heal—establishing a scientific and faith-aligned foundation for further study in health and nutrition.