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The nutritional status in adolescent Spanish cyclists
C Julián-Almárcegui1, A Gómez-Cabello, A González-Agüero
1GENUD Growth, Exercise, Nutrition and Development Research Group, University of Zaragoza, Spain.
Nutricion Hospitalaria
|July 30, 2013
Summary
Adolescent cyclists and controls show inadequate nutritional intake, highlighting potential health risks. Further research is needed to understand the implications for young athletes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Nutrition
- Adolescent Health
- Dietary Assessment
Background:
- Adolescence presents increased nutritional demands, making it a period of vulnerability.
- Understanding the nutritional status of young athletes is crucial for their health and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess and compare the nutritional status of adolescent cyclists and their age-matched, normoactive controls.
- To identify potential nutritional deficiencies or excesses in adolescent athletes.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the HELENA Dietary Assessment Tool for 20 adolescent cyclists and 17 controls.
- Evaluated total energy intake, resting energy expenditure (REE), total energy expenditure (TEE), macronutrients, and micronutrients.
- Compared registered dietary intake against established dietary guidelines.
Main Results:
- Cyclists exhibited lower REE and higher TEE compared to controls (P < 0.01).
- Cyclists showed significantly higher phosphorus and vitamin B1 intake (P < 0.05).
- A majority of participants, including both cyclists and controls, failed to meet recommended dietary intake levels for macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
Conclusions:
- The nutritional status of adolescent cyclists and controls appears insufficient in both quantity and quality.
- Potential implications for the current and future health of adolescent athletes warrant further investigation.
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