In addition, lower academic results have been associated with several health-risk behaviors in youths. In US adolescent populations, over the past three decades, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies demonstrate links connecting poor academic performance with sedentary lifestyle, alcohol/tobacco abuse, sexually risky behaviors, and violence . All of these risk behaviors have been regarded as important contributors to poor health status in adulthood and multiple social problems. Since the influence of academic performance on future health is known , the relationship of diet and academic results may be an important public health tool. It is also important to identify the nutrients and dietary patterns that most influence cognitive health and academic performance.