Abstract:
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention on the knowledge of food groups among students in a public primary school in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. The intervention was designed as an interactive and age-appropriate educational program covering key food group classifications, healthy eating habits, and balanced diet concepts. A pre-test/post-test design was applied, using a validated questionnaire to assess students’ knowledge before and after the intervention. Participants were 4th to 6th grade students (ages 9–12). The intervention consisted of a structured session involving games, visual aids, and collaborative activities led by nutrition students. Data analysis showed a significant improvement in the recognition and classification of food groups after the intervention. The average correct answers increased from X% to Y% (actual data to be filled in if available), indicating the effectiveness of the program in improving nutritional knowledge. The findings highlight the importance of implementing educational strategies within the school environment to promote healthy eating behaviors from an early age. This initiative also demonstrates the positive impact of involving university students in community-based health education programs.
