Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out from February to May 2008 in the city of
Eskisehir, western Turkey. A total of 2258 students 15–20 y of age (1137 boys and 1121 girls) were
examined. The questionnaires, including items related to eating habits, lifestyle, and sociodemographic
characteristics, were completed by the students. The data were evaluated using chi-square
test and percent ratios. In addition, Student’s t test for means and reliability analysis was employed
to test the reliability of the questionnaire scale. Differences were considered statistically significant
at P < 0.05.