Adolescence is a critical period as the physiological need for nutrients is high relative to energy needs. In addition, eating behavior and lifestyles are formed during this period, which may continue in to adulthood. Interventions to promote healthy nutrition need to occur in adolescence to reverse the adverse health effects of obesity and poor eating habits. Educating children and adolescents can instill positive health behaviors in the early years. Skills-based health education has been shown to make significant contributions to the healthy development of children and adolescents and to...