Knowledge and Attitude towards Healthy Eating Practices among Senior Secondary School Students in Ibadan South East Local Government Area, Ibadan

Familoni, idowu .I (PhD), Sunday Mamuyouwi Sasodje, Shofolahan, Paulina , Olubunmi, Bello Oyeronke (PhD) and Setonji Adeola Eunice
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Familoni, idowu .I (PhD): Dept. of kinesiology, Sport Science and Health Education.Lead City University, Ibadan
Sunday Mamuyouwi Sasodje: Dept. of kinesiology, Sport Science and Health Education.Lead City University, Ibadan
Shofolahan, Paulina , Olubunmi: Dept. of kinesiology, Sport Science and Health Education.Lead City University, Ibadan
Bello Oyeronke (PhD): Dept. of kinesiology, Sport Science and Health Education.Lead City University, Ibadan
Setonji Adeola Eunice: Dept. of kinesiology, Sport Science and Health Education.Lead City University, Ibadan

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2025, vol. 12, issue 15, 918-927

Abstract: Healthy eating is essential for optimal growth, development, and the prevention of chronic diseases in adolescents. It involves consuming a well-balanced diet that provides essential nutrients while limiting the intake of unhealthy foods. Nutrition related health challenges have become a public health concern in many nations of the world. It accounted for approximately 3.1 billion globally with 27 million in Sub-Saharan Africa 1. In Nigeria, prevalence of malnutrition at various phases accounted for 7.0%, 5.5% and 1.5% respectively There is need to stem the tide among the teeming population of young children. . Therefore, this study is set to investigate knowledge and attitude towards healthy eating practices among secondary school students in Ibadan South East Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo state.

Date: 2025
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