International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

Findings: Nutrition education emerges as a contemporary paradigm, exerting a substantial influence on elevating global nutritional standards. The incorporation of nutrition education initiates a positive transformation in the nutritional acumen of adolescent girls, precipitating discernible shifts in their dietary patterns and consequential modifications in nutrient intake profiles. This research underscores the pivotal role of nutrition education as a catalyst for profound positive changes in the understanding and application of nutrition principles among adolescent populations.

Application: Strategic Nutrition and Health Interventions as Catalysts for Transformative Dietary Habits: An Essential Framework for Inculcating Optimal Healthy Eating Practices among Populations. This study highlights the pivotal role of nutrition and health interventions as formidable tools in fostering enduring improvements in individuals' dietary habits. Recognized as a cornerstone for long-term enhancement, these interventions, particularly when integrated into school-based nutrition education, have the potential to be instrumental in preventing malnutrition in subsequent generations. A comprehensive approach addressing classroom, home, community, and school environments is imperative for the effectiveness of nutrition education. Sustaining healthy eating behaviors necessitates the synergistic support of educators, families, and a curriculum-driven focus on nutrition teaching.