High school athletes' practical knowledge on where to find and order third‐party tested nutritional supplements increases after education when compared to a control group DOI
Emily Dow, Kinta D. Schott, Lindsay M. Morton

et al.

Nutrition Bulletin, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 25, 2024

Abstract To promote safe supplement use, athletes are advised to choose third‐party tested (TPT) supplements minimise doping risk. This study evaluated changes in knowledge on US high school from a 2‐week online education programme. One group of sophomores (ED, n = 48) completed Canvas course based the Theory Planned Behaviour, while other freshmen (NOED, 38) did not. Participants questionnaires pre‐ and post‐intervention assess practical finding ordering TPT supplements, familiarity with World Anti‐Doping Agency (WADA) banned substances decision‐making purchasing. Chi‐Square McNemar tests were applied significance set at p ≤ 0.05. Pre‐intervention no differences found between groups (ages 14–17 years, 39.5% female) for any questions ( 0.18). Post‐intervention, ED participants more likely know where find (58.3% vs. 39.5%, 0.041), order (62.5% 28.9%, 0.001) (72.9%) than NOED (40.0%) reported deciding purchase themselves 0.015). Parents less influential (75.0% 92.1%, 0.019). Importantly, positive over time larger versus knowing (28% 13%, 0.04) 7%, < WADA (19% 5%, 0.01). Within‐group showed improved all <0.001–0.008), whereas only increased 0.003). These findings suggest an educational programme may enhance use among athletes.

Language: Английский

Predictors of Third-Party Tested Nutritional Supplementation Use Among DI and DIII Student-Athletes at A Northeast University DOI

Michelle Gimbar,

Hamed Samavat,

Kristen P. Hamilton

et al.

Journal of Dietary Supplements, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 19

Published: Jan. 8, 2025

Nutritional supplements (NS) are linked to adverse events and unintentional doping among college-athletes. The use of third-party tested (TPT) NS can increase safety reduce the risk inadvertent consumption banned substances. purpose this study was examine self-reported TPT between National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I (DI) III (DIII) college-athletes explore potential predictors use. This cross-sectional used data from a web-based, 50-question survey on supplement use, behaviors, knowledge. A total 271 individuals completed survey, 118 athletes (66.9% DI, 33.1% DIII) were included in analysis due completion questions. Among sample, 80.5% student-athletes reported NS, however, only 17.8% students consistent NS. In multivariable model adjusted for athletic division, sex, sport-type, who preferred information strength conditioning coach or trainer 69% less likely report across all categories when compared those going registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). Student-athletes with limited access an RD/RDN more information. Having dedicated RDNs within departments may benefit it comes safe Programs should also consider additional education trainers coaches help ensure effective

Language: Английский

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Cross-validation of the safe supplement screener (S3) predicting consistent third-party-tested nutritional supplement use in doping Division I athletes DOI Creative Commons
Kinta D. Schott, Amit Bhalla, Emma Armstrong

et al.

Frontiers in Nutrition, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Jan. 15, 2025

Introduction This cross-sectional study aimed to cross-validate an earlier developed algorithm-based screener and explore additional potential predictors for whether athletes will use third-party-tested (TPT) supplements. Methods To justify the initial model behind supplement safety (S3) algorithm which predicts TPT supplements, a cross-validation was performed using this independent dataset based on responses of large group collegiate NCAA DI athletes. Additionally, explorative modeling stepwise logistic regression used identify new create evaluate future use. Results The S3 applied from n = 662 supplements (age: 20 ± 1.5 years, 50% female, &gt;24 sports) confirming that identifies consistent inconsistent users (χ 2 (1) 15.95, p &lt; 0.001), with moderate area under curve (AUC, 0.67) specificity (68%), but low sensitivity (51%). Explorative identified two variables: logo recognition, having at least one name, image, likeness (NIL) deal may help predict Discussion Strong relationships between risk groupings product outcomes toward were screened. showed high identifying student-athletes inconsistently specificity, lacking ability place less risky into low-risk quadrants. exploratory modeling, recognition NIL deal, further strengthens our knowledge

Language: Английский

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Label Accuracy and Quality of Select Weight-Loss Dietary Supplements Sold on or near US Military Bases DOI Open Access
Cindy Crawford,

Andrea T. Lindsey,

Bharathi Avula

et al.

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(24), P. 4369 - 4369

Published: Dec. 18, 2024

Background/Objectives: Sixty-eight percent of service members are living with overweight or obesity, some who may not consult a healthcare provider when they decide to lose weight. Instead, often turn weight-loss dietary supplements for self-care solutions. The purpose this case series study was examine the label accuracy and quality select sold on near US military bases across country. Methods: Weight-loss (n = 44) were selected purchased in GNCs, Exchanges, Shoppettes 12 installations from March 2023 January 2024. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry used verify according Supplement Facts listed ingredients whether contained any prohibited use military. Product claims analyzed using Operation Safety (OPSS) Risk Assessment Scorecard. Results: Thirty-six products (82%) had inaccurate labels. Twenty-seven (61%) detected through analysis. Sixteen (36%) hidden ingredients. four within one mile base multiple labels, all detected. Forty (91%) scored “no-go” OPSS Scorecard none third-party certification seal label. Multiple stimulants included such that product safety unknown. Conclusions: majority labels considered Service should only have access safe, high-quality supplement products. is collaborating Department Defense stakeholders determine most effective ways certified establishments.

Language: Английский

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High school athletes' practical knowledge on where to find and order third‐party tested nutritional supplements increases after education when compared to a control group DOI
Emily Dow, Kinta D. Schott, Lindsay M. Morton

et al.

Nutrition Bulletin, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 25, 2024

Abstract To promote safe supplement use, athletes are advised to choose third‐party tested (TPT) supplements minimise doping risk. This study evaluated changes in knowledge on US high school from a 2‐week online education programme. One group of sophomores (ED, n = 48) completed Canvas course based the Theory Planned Behaviour, while other freshmen (NOED, 38) did not. Participants questionnaires pre‐ and post‐intervention assess practical finding ordering TPT supplements, familiarity with World Anti‐Doping Agency (WADA) banned substances decision‐making purchasing. Chi‐Square McNemar tests were applied significance set at p ≤ 0.05. Pre‐intervention no differences found between groups (ages 14–17 years, 39.5% female) for any questions ( 0.18). Post‐intervention, ED participants more likely know where find (58.3% vs. 39.5%, 0.041), order (62.5% 28.9%, 0.001) (72.9%) than NOED (40.0%) reported deciding purchase themselves 0.015). Parents less influential (75.0% 92.1%, 0.019). Importantly, positive over time larger versus knowing (28% 13%, 0.04) 7%, < WADA (19% 5%, 0.01). Within‐group showed improved all <0.001–0.008), whereas only increased 0.003). These findings suggest an educational programme may enhance use among athletes.

Language: Английский

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