Bursa Uludağ University team, coordinated by Professor Metin Guldas, in early September engaged in a series of preparatory meetings with principals and teachers from various schools in the region.
The first phase of the SWITCHtoHEALTHY intervention study officially kicked off in Turkey between September 16 and 20, involving schools from different educational levels. This initiative, that will last for 14 weeks overall, is designed to promote adherence to the Mediterranean Diet through the introduction of new healthy and sustainable snacks, attractive educational materials, and digital tools.