<![CDATA[Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a health issue increasingly found among adolescents and is associated with lifestyle changes, including the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and unhealthy eating habits. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and eating habits with the occurrence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus among adolescents at SMK Jaya Buana. Methods: This study employed a quantitative method with a descriptive-correlational design and a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 326 students from grades 10 and 11, selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and a Semi-FFQ. Data analysis was conducted using univariate and bivariate methods, specifically the Chi-Square test. Results: The results showed that the majority of respondents frequently consumed sweet beverages (190 respondents or 58.3%), while 136 respondents (41.7%) fell into the infrequent consumption category. A significant relationship was found between SSB consumption and the occurrence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (p<0.001). Additionally, significant relationships were observed between eating habits—specifically the intake of energy (p=0.043), carbohydrates (p=0.038), protein (p=0.028), and fat (p=0.045)—and blood glucose levels. Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and eating habits (including energy, carbohydrate, protein, and fat intake) and blood glucose levels among adolescents at SMK Jaya Buana.]]>
