Nutritional Supplement Habits of Athletes With an Impairment and Their Sources of Information

Fifty-eight percent of athletes with an impairment reported using nutritional supplements in the previous 6-month period.

• Forty-one percent of supplement users followed the dosage instructions on the label.
• Nine percent of athletes experienced negative effects from nutritional supplement use.
• Protein, sports drinks, multivitamins, and carbohydrate supplements were the most popular supplements.
• The most common sources for purchasing supplements were health food/sport shops, the internet, and supermarkets.
• The nutritionist/dietitian was the most trusted source of information regarding nutritional supplements.
• Fifty-two percent of athletes indicated a desire for more education about nutritional supplements.

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