Consumer assessment of food supplements for practitioners of academies of city of Tenente Portela-RS

Abstract

With increasing quest for a healthier lifestyle, coupled with the growing supply of ergogenic resources, athletes seek enhance the performance with the help of dietary supplements. Given the above, this study aimed to carry out nutritional assessment and investigate the use of food supplements for bodybuilders in gyms in the city of Tenente Portela-RS. The sample consisted of 20 individuals of both genders, they answered a questionnaire with 18 multiple choice questions, also held up anthropometric and biochemical evaluation. individuals of both genders were investigated, and 70% (n = 14) were male. The average age was 23.85 ± 6.68 years. It was found that the main supplement was consumed by practitioners whey protein, 50% (n = 10) followed by branched chain amino acids and creatinine, both consumption percentage of 30% (n = 6). You can also observe the participants mostly make use of supplementation without the prescription of a qualified professional. As for laboratory tests mean values for men and women remained within normal ranges. Although average creatinine values were close to the maximum. Given the above, it is concluded that there is need for further clarification by the supplementation of consumers about the actual use of these substances needs, potential benefits and harmful effects of consumption, and it is suggested greater involvement of Nutritionists professionals in gyms.