UNIT 11 Nutrition assessment and nutrition education Nutrition Assessment and Nutrition Education. I. Nutrition Assessment Definition:Nutrition assessment is the systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify an individual’s or a population’s nutritional status, nutritional deficiencies, and related health risks. Components of Nutrition Assessment (ABCD Approach) Methods of Nutrition Assessment II. Nutrition Education Definition:Nutrition education is a process of instructing individuals and communities about healthy eating habits, balanced