The association between nutrition knowledge and adherence to a Mediterranean dietary pattern in Iranian female adolescents.

Background: Adherence to a Mediterranean dietary pattern (MDP) has been reported to decrease chronic diseases.

Objective: The aim of the present study was to determine the association between nutrition knowledge (NK) and adherence to MDP in Iranian female adolescents.

Subjects: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 297 female adolescents aged 15-18 years.

Adherence to a Mediterranean dietary pattern and overweight and obesity among female adolescents in Iran.

Background Given the high prevalence of overweight and obesity in Iran, identification of a healthy diet is essential. Objective This study aimed to assess the association between adherence to a Mediterranean diet and overweight and obesity in female adolescents. Methods Two hundred and eighty female adolescents from high schools in Tehran were recruited.