Biography:
Tzach Itzhak Gil, M.Sc., RD, is a candidate in the direct Ph.D. track at the Department of Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ariel University, Israel. He holds an M.Sc.(graduated with excellence) and has presented his findings at international conferences. His
research focuses on chewing features, eating behaviors, and weight status in children and adolescents. Beyond academia, Tzach serves as a Clinical Dietitian at Sheba Medical Center, specializing in pediatric and sports nutrition, and volunteers with Special Olympics.



Food chewing level and weight status in adolescents: A national study with sex-specific associations