Prevalence, knowledge and attitudes towards using sports supplements among young athletes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The aim of this international study was to investigate the prevalence of the use of sports supplements among young athletes, as well as their knowledge and attitudes towards sports supplementation.

Methods

Organized survey study testing the level of knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and practices concerning the use of sports supplements was administered to 348 athletes, 15-18 year olds from 4 countries competing in 18 sports at the international level.

Results

The prevalence rate of the intake of sports supplements was 82.2%, with the protein supplements being predominant (54.5%). Coaches were identified as the primary source of information regarding supplementation (41.4%). The enhancement of athletic performance (35.4%) was the major motivation for the supple

SUBMITTER: Jovanov P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6611041 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature